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The Green Oni Sunflower Blouse is a bottle green cotton silk saree blouse with sunflowers embroidered by hand, finished with a round neck at the front and a collar with a keyhole at the back. It is a quiet, wearable piece — suited to everyday saree dressing, office days, house functions and daytime gatherings.
The hand embroidery
The sunflowers are stitched by hand — not machine-run and not printed. Handwork carries small irregularities in stitch spacing and thread tension, and those variations are how genuine hand embroidery is identified. No two pieces are exactly alike.
Why sunflowers, and why on green
A sunflower is one of the few florals that reads as cheerful rather than decorative, and yellow against bottle green is a natural pairing — the same one you see in the flower itself. The green base keeps it grounded, so the blouse works on an ordinary working day without looking like festive wear pulled out early.
The collar and keyhole back
The front is a simple round neck. The back is where the detail sits: a collar with a 1.5 inch keyhole opening. Under a saree worn with the pallu open, the back is what people see for most of an evening, so a collared back gives the blouse a more finished, structured look than a plain round back would.
Styling it
Bottle green with yellow embroidery sits well against mustard, cream, ivory, beige, rust, black and indigo sarees. Plain drapes work best — cotton, kota, mul, linen, chanderi and handloom — where the embroidery leads. It also works with a subtle floral print saree if you want to echo the sunflower motif. Keep jewellery in oxidised silver; it suits both the green and the handworked character better than gold.
Product details
- Fabric: Cotton Silk
- Work: Hand-embroidered sunflower design
- Colour: Bottle green
- Neckline: Round neck, with a collar and 1.5 inch keyhole at the back
- Sleeves: Sleeved, 10.5 inches
- Padding: Non-padded
- Lining: Lined
- Closure: Front hook closure
- Blouse length: 15.5 inches
- Neck depth: Front 8 inches
- Sizes: refer to the size chart beside the product images
Please note: this blouse is available only in the sizes listed above. Custom sizing is not offered on this design. Each blouse carries a margin, so there is room if you ever need a small adjustment.
Care
The first clean must be a dry clean. This sets the colours so they stay fast and do not bleed later — skipping it is the most common reason a handcrafted blouse loses colour.
After that first dry clean you can wash it at home: cold water, mild detergent, washed separately. Do not soak for long periods, as that loosens hand-stitched thread. Dry flat in shade. Iron on low heat with a soft cloth over the embroidery, never directly on it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the embroidery hand-done or machine-made?
It is hand-embroidered. The sunflowers are stitched by hand, so you will see small variations in stitch spacing and thread tension — that is how handwork is identified, and it is not a defect.
What fabric is this blouse made of?
Cotton silk, in bottle green.
Is this blouse padded?
No, this blouse is non-padded. It is fully lined, but you may prefer to wear your own inner or a padded bra with it.
What is the back of this blouse like?
The back has a collar with a 1.5 inch keyhole opening. The front is a simple round neck with an 8 inch depth.
Which sarees go with a green sunflower blouse?
Mustard, cream, ivory, beige, rust, black and indigo all work. Plain cotton, kota, mul, linen, chanderi and handloom drapes suit it best, as they let the embroidery lead.
Can I wear this blouse to work?
Yes. The green base keeps it understated and the embroidery is fine rather than heavy, so it reads as everyday wear rather than occasion wear.
What is the sleeve length?
10.5 inches.
Do I have to dry clean this blouse?
The first clean must be a dry clean — it sets the colours so they stay fast. After that you can wash it at home in cold water with a mild detergent, washed separately. Avoid long soaking, which loosens hand-stitched thread.
Is custom sizing available for this blouse?
No. This design is available only in the sizes listed. We offer custom sizing on our hand-painted, chikankari and Kutch work blouses — not on this one. Please check the size chart before ordering.
Is there any margin in the blouse?
Yes. Each blouse is stitched to the size you order and carries a margin, so there is room if you ever need a small adjustment.
How long does delivery take?
We dispatch in 3–4 working days and deliver in 5–7 working days across India.
Fabric & care
Handcrafted details need a little extra care to stay beautiful.
- Dry clean first. Always dry clean the first time to protect the fabric, colour and embroidery.
- Hand wash gently, only if needed. After the first dry clean, wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. Do not soak, scrub or wring.
- Dry in shade. Direct sunlight can fade the colour.
- Iron inside out on low heat, with a thin cotton cloth over embroidered or painted areas. Never iron directly on mirrors.
- Store in a muslin or cotton cover, not plastic, so the fabric can breathe.
Will my blouse look exactly like the photos?
Yes. Our photos are taken in natural daylight and match the piece closely. Slight colour differences can occur because of screen settings.
How do I choose the right size?
Check the size chart beside the product images. If you are between sizes, choose the larger one, as a blouse is easier to take in than to let out. Custom sizing is also available.
Can the blouse be customised?
Yes. We can make it to your measurements and design preferences. Price and delivery time may vary, as the piece is made specially for you. Customised pieces cannot be returned or exchanged, so please share your measurements carefully.
Is there margin for alterations?
Yes. Our blouses have around 2 inches of margin, so the size can be let out if needed.
How can I tell if a blouse is hand embroidered?
Look at the reverse side. Hand embroidery shows small knots and slight irregularities, while machine work looks uniform. Each product's details state whether the piece is hand-worked or machine-embroidered.
Why do handcrafted blouses cost more?
Each handcrafted piece takes days of skilled artisan work and is made individually, not mass-produced.
Delivery within India
- Ready to ship: dispatched in 3–4 working days, delivered in 5–7 working days.
- Made to order or customised: around 15 days. We will let you know in advance if there is any delay.
International orders
- Available on request. Courier charges and customs duties are paid by the buyer and quoted before the order is confirmed.
- Before dispatch, we share photos and a video of your actual piece, and ship only after you approve it.
- Shopping from abroad? We can also deliver to any address in India at no extra cost.
Returns & exchanges (ready-to-ship orders within India)
- Wrong or defective item: report it within 24 hours of delivery with photos and an unboxing video. Once verified, we arrange a free pickup and send a replacement (if available) or store credit valid for 45 days.
- Size or preference exchange: one exchange per order. The piece must be unused, unwashed and returned with original tags and packaging. Return shipping for exchanges is arranged by you.
- Not eligible: change of mind, minor colour variation (up to 5%) and natural handcrafted variations.
Customised orders
- Pieces made to your measurements or design requests are made specially for you, so they cannot be returned or exchanged. Please double-check your measurements and requirements before confirming the order.
Cancellations
- Orders can be cancelled only before dispatch. A 5% payment gateway fee applies to prepaid cancellations.
Need help?
Email kavita@timelessbasics.in or WhatsApp +91 63040 37938. For full terms, see our Returns & Exchange Policy page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, your blouse matches the image closely, shot in natural daylight; slight variations may occur due to mobile settings.
Refer to the size chart beside product images to find your best fit. If unsure, choose a slightly bigger size—altering bigger to smaller is easier than the reverse.
Yes, we offer customization based on your size and design preferences. Price and delivery time may vary as each piece is specially made for you.
Yes, all our blouses come with ~2-inch margin, allowing you to increase the size easily (e.g., from 40 to 44).
Our handcrafted pieces come with authenticity certifications like Silk Mark and Hallmark (for pure fabrics). You can also check the reverse side—handwork shows natural knots and slight irregularities, unlike machine finishes.
Handcrafted blouses aren’t costly, they’re valuable—each piece takes days of skilled artisan work and is made individually, not in mass production.
