Jaipuri Baby Razai Guide: Size, Fill, Dyes and Safe Use
A Jaipuri baby razai is a small, light hand block printed cotton quilt, sized 45 by 60 inches (114 by 152 cm), filled with about 200 g of hand-carded cotton and covered in hand block printed cotton. It is made for play, cuddles, pram use and gifting, not for unattended sleep. Sanganeri’s baby razais come in Elephant Parade and Chidiya Pink designs.
What is a Jaipuri baby razai?
A Jaipuri baby razai is a small, light quilt in the Jaipur style: a hand block printed cotton cover stitched over a soft cotton fill. A razai is the lightweight quilted cover traditional across northern India. The baby version is scaled down to 45 x 60 inches (114 x 152 cm), which suits a pram, a play mat or a toddler’s cot under supervision far better than an adult quilt does.
The sanganeri.in baby razais come in two designs, Elephant Parade and Chidiya Pink. Each is priced between ₹1,699 and ₹1,999, comes gift-boxed with a craft card, and is hand tacked throughout. The facts below are the ones to check before you buy.
| Size | 45 x 60 in (114 x 152 cm) |
| Fill | About 200 g hand-carded cotton |
| Cover | Hand block printed cotton |
| Dyes | Azo-free, amine-safe dyes |
| Designs | Elephant Parade and Chidiya Pink |
| Price | ₹1,699 to ₹1,999 |
| Packing | Gift box with a craft card |
| Materials | All-cotton fill and cover, nothing synthetic |
Baby razai size: why 45 x 60 inches
The 45 x 60 inch size is a practical middle ground. It is large enough to drape over a pram or stroller seat, or to lie on a play mat, yet light enough to lift and fold easily. It is not a full-size bedspread and is not meant to be tucked in around a sleeping baby.
Measure before you buy. A cot mattress is smaller than this quilt in both directions, so the razai will overhang any cot. That is one more reason to keep it out of a cot’s sleep space. The table below sets out where the baby razai fits and where it does not.
| Use | Suitable? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Pram or stroller, supervised | Yes | A light cover for outings and cuddles |
| Play mat or floor play, supervised | Yes | Lies flat and gives a soft, clean layer |
| Toddler cot, supervised | Check first | Follow your paediatrician’s advice on bedding |
| Newborn sleep space, unattended | No | Keep all loose bedding out of a sleeping baby’s space |
How warm is a baby razai?
A baby razai is a light quilt, not a winter blanket. The fill is about 200 g of hand-carded cotton. Carded cotton is cotton that has been opened and fluffed by hand, so the fibres lie loosely and the quilt feels soft and airy rather than dense.
It suits mild evenings, air-conditioned rooms and warm-season outings. In cold weather, dress the baby warmly and follow your paediatrician’s advice on bedding and room temperature, rather than relying on a light quilt alone.
Because the fill is light, the razai is easy to fold and carry in a bag, which makes it handy for outings. Keep it clean and dry between uses, and air it in the shade rather than leaving it in a damp room.
What touches the baby’s skin
Everything in the baby razai is cotton. The cover is hand block printed cotton, the fill is hand-carded cotton, and nothing synthetic sits against the skin. The dyes are described as azo-free and amine-safe, and those labels are stated on the product.
Azo-free and amine-safe are labels you can ask about before you buy. They describe how the dye is made. They are not a medical certification. If your baby has a known skin sensitivity, check with your paediatrician first.
| Layer | Material | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Cover | Hand block printed cotton | Colour pressed through the cloth by hand |
| Fill | About 200 g hand-carded cotton | Opened by hand for a soft, airy loft |
| Dyes | Azo-free, amine-safe | Stated on the product |
| Stitching | Hand tacking throughout | Hand-tacked across the whole quilt |
Safe use: play, pram and cuddles, not unattended sleep
This is the most important part of the guide. Do not leave a quilt, a blanket or any loose bedding in an infant’s sleep space unattended. The baby razai is made for play, cuddles, pram or stroller use and supervised time. For sleep, follow your paediatrician’s guidance and current safe-sleep advice from your national health authority.
- 1Supervise every use
Stay with the baby whenever the razai is on or near them, including in a pram or stroller.
- 2Keep it out of sleep spaces
Do not put the razai in a cot, bassinet or any place where the baby sleeps unattended.
- 3Lift it away when baby settles
If the baby falls asleep under it, remove the razai and move the baby to a safe-sleep setup as your paediatrician advises.
- 4Check the stitching
Look over the hand tacking before each use, and stop using the quilt if any part comes loose.
- 5Ask your doctor
For newborns, premature babies or any health question, follow your paediatrician’s advice. This guide does not replace it.
Washing and first use
Wash the baby razai once before it is used. These are the general care steps for block printed cotton, and they apply to most cotton quilts of this kind.
- 1Cold-wash once before use
Give the razai one gentle cold wash before it first touches the baby. This clears loose surface colour from the new cloth.
- 2Shade dry
Dry it flat or hung in the shade, away from direct sun, which can dull prints over time.
- 3Spot-clean spills first
Blot the spill, then clean the area with a mild detergent and cold water.
- 4Gentle cold wash for larger stains
If the stain remains, give the whole quilt a gentle cold wash on a low setting. Wash it separately from other colours at first.
- 5Avoid harsh handling
Do not wring hard, use bleach, or tumble dry on high heat.
Gifting, and small-batch reversible baby quilts
The baby razai is a classic gift for a newborn, a naming ceremony, a first birthday or a baby shower. It arrives in a gift box with a craft card, so it can be given as it is.
| Newborn | A soft, light first quilt for pram or play |
| Naming ceremony | A keepsake in a gift box with a craft card |
| First birthday | A gift for play time and cuddles |
| Baby shower | A hand block printed gift with a clear origin story |
Our kids’ range also includes mulmul dohars and single bedsheets in the elephant and chidiya blocks, so a parent can match the nursery.
Some families ask for a reversible baby quilt with a different print on each side. Small-batch requests of this kind may be possible through our wholesale and trade enquiry route. It is not a standard product, so there is no fixed price or lead time to quote here. Ask what is possible for your order before you plan around it.
When you choose a gift, match the design to the family’s home. Elephant Parade suits a playful nursery, while Chidiya Pink suits a softer room. Either way, the gift box already includes the craft card, so the presentation is ready to give.
Frequently asked
Last reviewed: 17 May 2026 · Verified by the Sanganeri print desk
What size is a Jaipuri baby razai?
The sanganeri.in baby razai measures 45 x 60 inches, which is 114 x 152 cm. It is sized for a pram, stroller or play mat, and it is not a full-size bedspread. Measure any cot mattress before you buy, because the quilt is larger than a cot in both directions.
How much fill is in a baby razai?
Each baby razai has about 200 g of hand-carded cotton fill, with hand tacking throughout. The cover is hand block printed cotton, so the whole quilt is cotton with nothing synthetic against the skin.
Is a baby razai safe for a newborn to sleep under?
No. Do not leave a quilt or any loose bedding in a newborn’s sleep space unattended. The baby razai is made for play, cuddles, pram use and supervised time. For sleep, follow your paediatrician’s guidance and current safe-sleep advice.
Which age is the baby razai for?
The baby razai is useful for two years and more, for supervised play, cuddles and outings. It is a classic gift for newborns, naming ceremonies and first birthdays, but it is not intended as unattended sleep bedding.
Are the dyes in a baby razai azo-free?
The dyes are described as azo-free and amine-safe, and those labels are stated on the product. They are product labels, not medical certifications. If your baby has a known skin sensitivity, check with your paediatrician before use, and give the quilt one cold wash first.
How do I wash a block print baby razai?
Give it one gentle cold wash before first use, then shade dry. Spot-clean spills first with mild detergent and cold water. Avoid bleach, hard wringing and high-heat tumble drying, and wash separately from other colours at first.
Can I order a reversible baby quilt with a different print on each side?
Small-batch reversible baby quilts may be possible on request through our wholesale and trade enquiry route. They are not a standard product, and no price or lead time is stated here. Send your print preferences and ask what can be done for your order.
Is the baby razai a good baby shower gift?
Yes. It comes in a gift box with a craft card, which makes it easy to give as it is. It suits baby showers, naming ceremonies, first birthdays and newborn gifts. Choose the Elephant Parade or Chidiya Pink design to suit the recipient’s taste.
Reviewed by the Sanganeri print desk
Written and reviewed with Sanganer's printing families. Every piece we make is GI-certified Sanganeri hand block print, stamped with azo-free dyes in Sanganer, Jaipur. Last updated 13 October 2026.