Are VedikCraft's Kullu Shawl pieces hand-painted or prints?

Every Kullu Shawl piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.

Is this Kullu Shawl authentic and GI-certified?

Yes. Kullu Shawl is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Kullu Shawl”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.

What does an authentic Kullu Shawl piece cost?

Handmade Kullu Shawl typically ranges from ₹1,500 to ₹25,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.

How do I care for a Kullu Shawl piece?

Keep Kullu Shawl out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.

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The Kullu shawl is known for its bold geometric pattis (borders) in bright contrasting colours, woven across the body and ends. Warm and graphic, it is the everyday wrap of the Himachali hills.

Region of origin: Himachal Pradesh
GI registration: Kullu Shawl
Materials: wool; pashmina; angora
Techniques: geometric border weaving
HS code (customs): 6214

How it’s made

geometric border weaving

The makers

Crafted by Kullu weavers of Himachal Pradesh.

Why “GI-tagged” matters

Kullu Shawl is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Kullu Shawl”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.

Buying Kullu Shawl — questions, answered

Are VedikCraft's Kullu Shawl pieces hand-painted or prints?: Every Kullu Shawl piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
Is this Kullu Shawl authentic and GI-certified?: Yes. Kullu Shawl is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Kullu Shawl”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
What does an authentic Kullu Shawl piece cost?: Handmade Kullu Shawl typically ranges from ₹1,500 to ₹25,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
How do I care for a Kullu Shawl piece?: Keep Kullu Shawl out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.

GI-certified authenticity

Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions

Artisan-direct

Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings

Traceable provenance

Every piece carries its maker, region & origin