Meditation cushion hand embellished by VKG artisans depicting a central pink lotus surrounded by swirling color. The cushion is 16" in total diameter, with the embellished center panel measuring 10" in diameter. Note: Opting to avoid the added expense and shipping weight associated with sending cushions pre-stuffed from India, VKG offers these cushions unstuffed only. Please scroll down for a list of online sellers of buckwheat hull and kapok, the most popular fillings for meditation cushions (you should need 5-6 lbs buckwheat hull or about 2-3 lbs of kapok. Contact us for wholesale prices and don't forget that custom designs are available! About buckwheat hull filling (from the Monastery Store): "A cushion filled with buckwheat hulls is more versatile than one filled with kapok since it can shift more easily to accommodate body contours. Over time, the hulls may crumble a bit and additional hulls can be added to maintain the height." Buy 5 -6 pounds. Buckwheat hull online retailers: Birkett Mills, NY USA (scroll to bottom of page) Zafu Designs, USA Many Moons, Victoria, BC Canada About kapok filling (from the Monastery Store): Less expensive. "Initially quite firm and overfilled to allow for compression with use. A break-in period is needed before it becomes comfortable. Additional kapok may be added as required." Buy 2 -3 pounds. Kapok online retailers: the Monastery Store, USA Zafu Designs, USA
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