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Khadi was introduced to the people of undivided India in 1918 in order to achieve self-sufficiency and independence from British textiles. Khadi movement, a socio-cultural narrative, was launched by Gandhiji from the Satyagraha Ashram in May 1915, popularly known as the Sabarmati Ashram, in the Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. Technically, khadi can refer to any natural fabric that is hand-spun and handwoven, be it cotton, silk, jute or wool. While mill-made cloth is essential to satisfy the textile demands of the Indian market, khadi is a precious craft deeply intertwined with India’s story. More importantly, it is highly sustainable. History The word khadhi is derived from khaddar, aterm used for the handspun fabric of India. The origin of khadhi trace back to Indus valley civilization. Evidence of handspun cotton, which makes khadhi ancient. As the year progressed, it found itself named muslin, chintz, and calico. Process Cotton cultivation : cotton...

An Indian embroidery technique of needle weaving stitches of beautiful flowers, leaves and much more. The origin of kamal kadai is from the state of Andhra Pradesh. In Hindi or Urdu languages kamal kadai means Lotus embroidery. It is simple form of embroidery used over the Indian garments like sarees, salwar, kurti, bed sheet, and Now, in modern time you can found the embroidery in Western dress, décorated items, and much more items. Description    This style of embroidery first started amongst the rural folk about 500 years ago. But with the passage of time this beautiful embroidery added in royal traffic. The reason is a specific style of flower designs. The flower petals kind of look like they have steps or levels. It has 3D effect and looks amazing. Stitches used  The trellis stitch is used in kamal kadai for the flowers and leaves and also with the combination of other stitches.  A similar kind of thread work can b...

Khneng embroidery, traditionally done on eri silk, is an art form unique to Mustoh and the Shella region, Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya. The embroidery is traditionally done on an eri silk shawl, adding attraction and economic value through intricate designs applied as a border. The patterns are unique and are used to embellish the traditional red-and-yellow square chequered fabric. This embroidery technique is an expression of local cultural identity, and an important physical illustration of historic trading routes in the state of Meghalaya. The eri base cloth has traditionally been woven in Ri-Bhoi and sold to embroiderers in Mustoh through traders moving between the two districts. History   The Source of the word, Khneng locally known khasi means border. We have no clear history of the origin of Khneng art, but traces can be found date back to around 200 years ago surprisingly, at the inspiration of the embroidery came from an insect, locally called ktiar, whi...