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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...

Bela block printing in Kutch is a lesser-known traditional craft that has seen a significant decline over the years. It is a traditional textile art known for its bold designs, striking colour combinations, and graphic motifs on textured fabrics. Kutch in Gujarat is a significant producer of this style, with the Khatri community renowned for practising the craft. The process Artisans apply an alum paste to the fabric, followed by exposure to sunlight for enhanced color fastness. The fabric undergoes permanent dyeing. After washing, artisans print the fabric with a mud paste, imparting a blackish hue by boiling it in water containing iron rust. Wooden blocks, meticulously carved by skilled artisans, are dipped in natural dyes and pressed onto the fabric to create the desired patterns. The wooden blocks used in Bela printing are a work of art themselves. They are carved from seasoned wood and come in various shapes and sizes, featuring intricate geom...

For a long year the Chettinad sari is produced in the town of Chettinad which is located in the southern part of Tamil Nadu and the sari is named after the town where it is created. The majority of people belongs to the chettiar community and beloved Nagarathar community, who are native of Karaikudi town. The community has unique culture, food and fashion sense. History   The history of chettinad saree can be trace back to the 19th century almost 200 years. The region of chettinad is the center of cotton trade. The area is also famous for producing the world's prominent cotton fabric. It is a hereditary practice carried out. Named in Tamil for checked pattern with which it was originally identified. The saree is well suited for the weather of Tamil nadu. Making process   The chettinad saree is made with thick cotton which is its distinctive feature. This, making the saree comfortable and preferable by the locals because of it's absorbency ...

The generic fabric is famous for its transparency and sheer texture. transparency is the most profound factor in the textile. The chanderi sari is well known for its golden border at the pallu and few with embellishments all across the yard.   History Decoding the origin of chanderi fabric which had been mentioned in the Vedic period. It is believed Lord Krishna’s cousin Shishupal had discovered it. In the 1920s the Scindiyas patronized Chandari weaving And in 1922 Highness Madhav Rao Sindhia took an interest and encourage the Chanderi weavers. During The Second World War, the king took over the responsibility and the art survey.  Throughout the Mughal region in India, chanderi is admired. The royal people and queens' first choice which create high demand in the Mughal era. The process The cloth is made with tana means wrap and bana, means weft and is woven back and forth. The designs on chanderi fabric were woven on the handloom with the us...

Panipat is an ancient city of India. there is an mention of panipat in Mahabharata, It is referred as Paniparstha in early daysIt has seen many blood sheds and famous three destructive battles in past. During the partition in 1947 huge amount of waivers migrated to panipat as they were providing infrastructure around panipat resulting in flourishing of waving industry in the area. In due course of time innovated weaving skill developed and among them is khes of panipat. The panipat khes is famous for it’s double cloth woven with cotton   yarn and silk yarn in plain as well patterned merged with colored threaded bordered or inter woven with gold yarn. The pattern is different from community to community. They have similarities to the Damask tartan of Scotland.  It is used as sure as it is thick enough to wrap. The khes is popularly used as bedding material. With the advent of power loom handloom industry of Panipat suffered a reversal. d...

There is no doubt the Mughals influence the designs of Indian embroidery. Aari work is spread in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Lucknow, Kashmir, Delhi, and most of India. The embroidery is breakfast with a pen-like hook or crotch. Chain embroidery stitch with a loop using beads and sequences creates the finest art piece.   Origin  in the 12th century Aari Work is originated. In the western part of Gujarat first Aari work is practiced on leather used in decoration of footwear. Under the rule of Mughal the Craftsman transmitted the embroidery on fabric from the leather. With increase in trade with countries like China, England, and Europe give boost in the export and this resulted in influence of them in designs on traditional Aari work. Aari work emanates from Aar which is the hooked needle and awl used by craftsmen. . Making  a fabric is stretched and tied to a wooden frame to remove any loose folds. after tracing the design thread is embroidered on the des...

Salem is well-known for its silk and cotton weaving, white silk is a specialty to sale to sale region situated at a distance of 334 km from Tamil Nadu state capital Chennai. Salem silk is also known as Rasipuram pattu. The weaving tradition goes back hundreds of years. The classic feature of the fabric is plain silk with a temple border.  History   The history of salem is dates back to 16th century. Salem is famous for its cotton and silk industry. The rich culture and heritage can be seen in it's silk fabric. Salem is hub of silk saree manufacturing and provided the silk to the country as well abroad. Cultural importance  Salem is the inseparable part of the city’s culture making it a valuable asset. The cultural identity is the feature of the salem silk. The city culture and heritage can be seen in the fabric and it's weaving history. Material used  Pure mulberry silk from Karnataka is weaved in warp and weft. The silk is process...

Gotta embroidery is a style of metal embroidery which uses metal embroidery and using applique techniques the embroidery patterns are elaborate. The Jaipur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Udaipur, and Kota are famous for their unique style of Gotta work. History   The Gotta patti work is also known as "Lappe Ka Kamm or gotta kinari work”. Art is a well-known and superior art form in India. The splendid art originated in Rajasthan and spread over the nawab territories of the country. Authentic gotta Patty is made from gold and silver during the royal period and this was out of reach for the common people.  The history of art dates back to the time of the emperor Humayun and with them, Persian artwork introduces to India. Rajputs were fascinated with art and the invention of new art forms exist with the merger of two incredible cultures. Art is our pride and heritage which enrich our roots that enhance the craftsmen present centuries ago but still show their presence in...