Runners

Block print is an Indian artisanal printing technique that uses hand-carved wooden blocks. The artisan dips the block in natural pigments and presses it onto the cotton with a precise gesture. A single table runner may require hundreds of impressions. Each block is realigned by hand, which is why every piece displays subtle variations that testify to the manual craftsmanship.

We recommend hand-washing in cold water with a gentle soap for the first washes, to fix the colours. Subsequently, the table runner can be machine-washed at 30°C with similar colours. Avoid bleach and tumble drying. Dry in the shade and iron inside out at a warm setting. Hand-printed cotton retains its colours for a long time with these simple precautions.

It depends on your table’s style. The Camelia table runner with floral print is perfect for those who love light, delicate tones. The Maggiorana block print cotton table runner has a more graphic design, ideal for a contemporary table. The Marygold Orange hand-printed cotton runner adds a warm colour accent. They are variants of the same artisanal technique on Indian cotton: choose the pattern that best harmonises with the colours of your home.

Certainly. Hand-printed cotton table runners are versatile: you can use them on a console, a low sideboard, as a centrepiece on a round table or as a decorative strip on a credenza. Block print cotton has a tactile and visual quality that enriches any surface. Pair it with hand-printed Indian cotton cushions to create an artisanal textile thread throughout your home.

The most natural approach is to coordinate patterns. The Marygold Orange table runner pairs with Mary Gold block print cotton napkins for a table coordinated in the same pattern. You can also combine different patterns for a more eclectic effect: a floral runner like Camelia with striped printed cotton napkins. Complete with artisanal cotton placemats to add a further layer of texture to the table.