Art Matka Slub Texture Ikat Print Fabric
Price per metre · 10% off auto-applied at checkout · Free shipping on prepaid
How to order: choose Per Metre and set Quantity to the total metres you need.
Example: Quantity 3 = one continuous 3-metre piece — not three separate 1-metre pieces.
Or pick a ready 2.5 m / 3 m cut. Not sure how much? See the fabric guide below.
India: Free shipping on prepaid orders. Cash on Delivery available for a ₹99 fee. Delivered in about 5–7 working days via Blue Dart or Delhivery, with a tracking link on email and WhatsApp.
International: 200+ countries via Shipglobal, usually 7–21 days. Shipping charges are calculated at checkout.
Request a return within 7 days of delivery for fabric that is unused, unwashed and uncut, in original condition. A ₹150 reverse-pickup fee is deducted, and the refund goes to your original payment method.
Fabric that has been cut, stitched or dyed after delivery can't be returned. Damaged or wrong items are always returnable at no cost — message us within 24 hours with photos. The ₹99 COD fee is non-refundable.
Dry clean recommended for embroidered, zari, sequin and embellished fabrics. Iron on low heat on the reverse side, and store folded in a cotton cloth away from damp.
Minor variations in colour, print placement and embroidery spacing are natural. Embellishments such as zari, sequins and beads may show gentle wear with use. Colour may look slightly different on screen than in daylight.
Packed & marketed by: Mangaldeep & Concept (M'Foks), 3 Kankariya Complex, Pipaliya Bazaar, Beawar, Rajasthan 305901, India
Country of origin: India
Customer care: +91 7597878011 · info@mfoks.com (Mon–Sat, 10am–6pm IST)
Art Matka Slub Texture Ikat Print Fabric
Magenta Base · Olive · Coral · Orange Ikat Motifs · Multiple Designs
M'Foks Art Matka Slub Texture Ikat Print Fabric is a premium man-made fabric engineered specifically to replicate the look, feel, and body of pure Matka Silk — without the price or the care demands that come with natural silk. The fabric is woven with intentional slub yarn variation, producing an irregular, textured surface that closely mimics the rustic character of authentic Matka weaving. To the eye and largely to the touch, it presents as Matka Silk — structured, slightly grainy, matte-to-soft-sheen — while being machine-washable, more colour-stable, and significantly more accessible in price.
The Ikat print is applied on a bold magenta / hot pink base. The motifs — in olive gold, coral orange, and warm peach — carry the characteristic feathered, bleed-edge appearance of traditional Ikat design, giving the fabric a handcrafted, artisanal visual quality. The magenta and earthy-tone contrast is vibrant, festival-appropriate, and photographs exceptionally well. Available in multiple Ikat designs and colourways.
Art Matka (This Fabric)
- Man-made fibres (synthetic)
- Engineered slub texture
- Machine washable
- Colour-stable, low bleed
- More affordable
- Consistent across metres
Pure Matka Silk
- Natural noil silk fibres
- Organic slub variation
- Dry clean only
- May bleed on first wash
- Premium price point
- Each metre is unique
Both fabrics have similar visual appeal and garment-making suitability. Art Matka is the preferred choice for everyday and semi-formal use; pure Matka Silk for heirloom-quality or high-occasion garments.
🎨 What is Ikat Print?
Ikat is a dyeing technique where yarns are resist-dyed before weaving, producing designs with soft, feathered edges — the visual signature of true Ikat. On this fabric, the Ikat pattern is printed to replicate that traditional bleed effect: motif edges intentionally blur and fade rather than cutting sharp, giving the print a handwoven, artisanal quality distinct from regular flat-colour screen or digital prints.
- Art Matka — man-made fabric engineered to replicate pure Matka Silk look and texture
- Slub texture weave — irregular surface closely mirrors authentic Matka hand-feel
- Ikat print — feathered bleed-edge motifs in festival-worthy colours
- Deep magenta base — bold, vibrant, high-visibility colour
- Olive gold + coral orange Ikat motifs — rich earthy contrast palette
- Medium weight — good body and structured drape, holds garment silhouette
- Matte-to-soft sheen finish — silk-like surface without being glossy
- Machine washable — significantly easier care than pure Matka Silk
- More colour-stable — lower bleed risk versus natural silk dyes
- Multiple designs available — different Ikat patterns and colourways
- Made in India
| Fabric Name | Art Matka Slub Texture Ikat Print |
| Composition | Man-Made / Synthetic (Art Matka — NOT pure silk) |
| Texture | Engineered slub — irregular surface, Matka Silk appearance |
| Print Type | Ikat Print — feathered bleed-edge motifs |
| Base Colour | Magenta / Hot Pink (deep) |
| Ikat Colours | Olive Gold · Coral Orange · Peach |
| Pattern | Allover Ikat — abstract feathered motifs |
| Available Designs | Multiple — see options above |
| Weight | Medium — good body and structure |
| Drape | Structured fall — holds garment silhouette |
| Finish | Matte with gentle silk-like sheen |
| Care | Machine washable — easier than pure silk |
| Best Season | All seasons · Festive · Occasion wear |
| Origin | India |
| HSN Code | 54076910 |
| GST Rate | 5% |
- Kurti / short top — 1.5–2 metres
- Kurta (knee/long length) — 2–2.5 metres
- Anarkali / flared kurta — 3–3.5 metres
- Salwar suit (kurta + bottom) — 4–4.5 metres
- Saree — 5.5–6 metres
- Dupatta — 2.5 metres
- Blouse — 1–1.2 metres
- Co-ord set (top + palazzo) — 3–3.5 metres
ℹ Being a man-made fabric, Art Matka is machine washable — a key advantage over pure Matka Silk which requires dry cleaning. Wash inside-out to protect the Ikat print colours. Use cold water and a gentle cycle; avoid high heat in washing or drying as it may affect the slub texture structure. Iron on medium heat on the reverse side.
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Fabric guide
How Much Fabric Do I Need?
Choose Per Metre and set the quantity to the metres you need. Check the width in the product title (44" or 60"), then use this as a starting point for adult sizes.
| Outfit | 44" wide fabric | 60" wide fabric |
|---|---|---|
| Shirt | 2 – 2.5 m | 1.6 – 2 m |
| Straight kurta | 2.5 – 3 m | 2 – 2.5 m |
| Dress / co-ord set | 4 – 5 m | 3 – 4 m |
| Child's garment | 2 m | 1 – 2 m |
Approximate guide. Order a little extra for larger sizes, flared designs, pattern matching, cutting layout and shrinkage.
Before You Order
When will my order arrive?
Usually within 5–7 working days in India, with a tracking link on email and WhatsApp. International orders take 7–21 days.
Can I return it?
Yes, within 7 days of delivery if unused and unwashed — fabric must be uncut, and suits and dupattas must have tags attached. A ₹150 pickup fee is deducted; damaged or wrong items are always returned free.
Will the colour match the photos?
We photograph every product in natural light, but screens vary and handcrafted fabrics have small shade differences between lots. Want a closer look? WhatsApp us for extra photos or a video.
Do you sell wholesale or bulk?
Yes — boutiques, tailors and designers can WhatsApp us for bulk pricing.