Our garments are made from a range of traditional Indian textiles indigenous Himalayan sheep's wool, cotton, Eri (Peace) Silk, Chanderi silk, Maheshwari silk, and handspun-handwoven khadi cotton. The Himalayan wool comes from the Gaddi Nomadic Tribe in Himachal Pradesh. Cotton and khadi pieces include hand block-printed shirts, dresses, and bazaar bags, as well as garments featuring ikkat weaving. Eri Silk, Chanderi, and Maheshwari silks are used in select scarves and blended pieces. No synthetic fibres are used in any of our apparel.

Himalayan wool comes from indigenous sheep herded by the Gaddi Nomadic Tribe in the mountain valleys of Himachal Pradesh, at altitudes above 2,000 metres. Because the sheep graze freely across high-altitude terrain, their wool grows thicker and denser than most commercially farmed breeds. It is naturally warm and breathable. The wool is sheared using a process that is kinder to the sheep and does not involve cutting any parts of their skin. It is then washed, carded, and hand-spun without machinery by artisan women in the Kullu Valley a process that produces a texture and warmth no other fibre replicates.

All colour in our wool knitwear comes from plant-based dyes. We use marigold petals for golden yellow, madder root for rust red and terracotta, indigo leaves for blue, walnut shells for brown, and onion skins for amber tones. Some of our darker shades are created simply by blending naturally dark and naturally light undyed wools with no dye required. Because each dye batch is made by hand, two pieces from the same run may carry subtly different tones. This natural variation is part of what makes each piece individual.

Every piece in our collection is made by hand from start to finish. Knitwear garments are hand-spun and hand-knitted by women artisans within the Kullvi Whims cooperative in Himachal Pradesh. Block-print pieces are stamped individually using carved wooden blocks pressed into plant-based pigment. No automated cutting, weaving, or stitching machines are used in our production. Our founder Sweta Pandey conducts personal on-site visits to production locations in India to verify processes and working conditions directly.

Our SS26 summer collection uses handspun and handwoven khadi cotton, hand block-printed cotton, Chanderi silk, and Maheshwari silk all sourced from traditional weaving and printing communities across India. No synthetic fibres are used. Each fabric is chosen for its breathability and suitability for warmer months.

Our handcrafted clothing is made across several artisan communities in India. Knitwear is produced in the Kullu Valley, Himachal Pradesh, in collaboration with women artisans from the Kullvi Whims cooperative. Our summer collection is made in partnership with 5Stitch Studio, Jaipur. Block printing is carried out by a 5th generation, national award-winning artisan family in Bagru and Sanganer, Rajasthan. We also work with a social enterprise in New Delhi that provides craft employment to Afghan women with refugee backgrounds. Our headquarters is in Amsterdam, Netherlands, where a small atelier handles finishing and quality checks. All production is handmade we do not use factory manufacturing at any stage.

Our founder Sweta Pandey works directly with artisan groups visiting production sites in person to check working conditions, wages, and craft processes. We operate under a Supplier & Manufacturer Code of Conduct that defines minimum standards for labour rights, occupational safety, working hours, pay, and non-discrimination. We do not claim third-party certification at this stage, but we are transparent about how we work and what we verify directly.

Yes. We ship from Amsterdam, Netherlands to customers across the United Kingdom including London, Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh, and beyond. Shipping is handled via PostNL. Prices are displayed in GBP at checkout. Please check your order confirmation for estimated delivery times to your specific location.

Each design in our handcrafted clothing range is produced in very limited quantities typically 3 to 5 pieces per style for knitwear, and small runs of 15 to 20 pieces per style for our summer block-print and handwoven cotton line. Once a design sells out, it is not guaranteed to return. We recommend purchasing when you see a piece you love, as restocks are not always possible with handmade production.

Our summer collection is produced in small batches only as much as needed for the season. Once a design sells out, it is not restocked. We release two collections per year, and the SS26 summer drop is available while stock lasts. If you see a piece you love, we recommend purchasing early.

Please refer to our Returns & Exchanges page for full details on our current policy. Because each piece is handmade in limited quantities, we encourage customers to check size guides carefully before ordering. If you have questions about sizing or fit before purchasing, contact us directly and we will help you choose the right piece. Can't find your size or need a larger size? message us.

Charkha & Loom is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands (registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce, KvK: NL93535325). We operate primarily as an online store and ship worldwide. We do not have a permanent retail location, but we host periodic pop-up events in Amsterdam including the Wayfarer Soirée in June 2025. Our handcrafted clothing is also available through Wolf & Badger, the UK-based retailer of independent brands. Follow us on Instagram @charkhaandloom for pop-up announcements.