Half Zafu Retreat Meditation Cushion Midnight Stone

The sacred Buddhist Cintamani stone, aka the wishing jewel, inspired Midnight Stone Half Zafu Retreat Meditation Cushion's print.  Buddhists believe focusing energy on an earthly object such as a stone helps connect you to greater wisdom and higher knowledge, expanding thinking and enlightenment necessary for spiritual growth. A Cintamani stone, made of saffordite, is believed to gain its properties during a long journey from the cosmos to Earth. Hand-block printed in deep navy blue by master artisans in India, this chattra beauty is festooned with a pompom tassel like those seen on the camels of Rajasthan’s great Thar Desert. 100% cotton cover and liner;  adjustable buckwheat hull fill contours to the body. So lovely you won't want to put away your chattra meditation cushion.

perfect for
-pelvic tilt and spine alignment for enhanced prana flow
-seated meditation comfort in lotus and virasana
-lower back lift in setu sarvangasana
-foot support in halasana
-knee support and weighted belly comfort in savasana
-support in supta baddha konasana
-pair with a chattra zabuton for leg & knee support and added comfort

the making
Block printing is a multi-step process requiring skill and patience. This textile technique is believed to have originated in India, and is traditionally passed from one generation to the next. Master carvers trace a design motif onto a wood block then tap the design into the wood to guide chiseling a re lief pattern. Fabric is pre-washed then pinned in place on a long printing table.  An ink master mixes color and skilled printers block print ink to cloth, slowly and meticulously repeating the process along the fabric length to create beautiful, unique textiles.  The printed fabric is then heated to set and bond ink, followed by washing and pressing before cutting and stitching.  Imperfections including ink density and block alignment are characteristic of this ancient printing method.

details & care
-1/2 zafu size: 14” L x  8” W x 4.5” H
-5 pounds
-100% cotton cover and liner
-access to fill for height adjustment
-zip closure & carry handle
-outer cover machine wash cold, line dry; dry clean for best results
-inner cover spot clean
-covers & tassel made in India
-USA buckwheat hull fill
-hand finished on order, ships via UPS ground