Nakshi Kantha

When Adiba was in class five, she moved to New York with her parents. Her grandmother lives in a village in Bangladesh. She is very fond of her grandmother. Adiba used to visit her grandmother once every year.

Last year, her grandmother wanted to give her something on her birthday. So, she decided to sew a special Nakshi Kantha for her.

It is a traditional handmade quilt. She began by gathering colorful pieces of old sarees. With great care, she stitched them together. She made a beautiful pattern of flowers and birds on it. It took many days and nights to complete the Kantha. Before Adiba's birthday, her grandmother sent her the Nakshi Kantha. Adiba was filled with joy after receiving it. Adiba heard from her father that the stitch, color and pattern of the Kantha had a story to tell. From that day, Adiba wanted to learn more about the Nakshi Kantha. It was more than just a quilt.

It was a symbol of her grandmother's love. She felt happy when she wrapped herself with the quilt. It symbolizes the rich tradition of her homeland.