Nowadays Kantha is extensively used over fabrics as a type of surface ornamentation.Ījrakh: A block printing technique which originated in Sindh and is now found in Kutch, Gujarat. In its traditional form, It is a type of quilting which reuses old fabrics to repurposed situations. The women majorly used to embroider Kantha. It is characterised by running stitches placed close to each other. Kantha: Kantha is a form of intricate embroidery in Bengal. Double Ikat involves both warp and weft threads tied in a greatly precise manner so that when the threads from both axis mesh with each other at certain points to show up a completed pattern.The second procedure of combined Ikkat has both warp yarns and the weft being used together in different parts of the fabric.Single Ikat is a process in which either the warp yarns or the weft are dyed.The term 'Ikat' itself is a derivation from the Malay word mengikat which means to tie or to bind. This differentiates it from the Tie and Dye process where the fabric is woven in the first place. Ikat patterns are dyed and binded into the threads before cloth is weaved. The end result is a piece of cloth bathed and glittered in colorful patterns. Ikat is an elaborate dying process done with silk or cotton fabrics. A process that requires steady movement and careful hand-eye coordination, this traditional technique of fabric printing involves the use of carved wooden blocks that are dipped in dye to recreate gorgeous designs.Block printed fabrics usually showcase a palette of colours that bring these designs to life. fabric is tied before dyeing it in dyes and then the tied are opened which exposes beautiful patterns.īlock printing: The art of hand block-printing has been practiced for centuries in India. Traditionally seen in bright colors it has a very distinctive striped pattern. Leheriya: Lehariya or Leheriya is a simple style of tie and dye from the state of Rajasthan, India.

It involves dyeing a fabric tied tightly with a thread at several points, producing a variety of patterns. Nalli Exclusive New Luxury Sarees New Banarasi Edit New Regal Kanchipuram New All Sarees New Arrivals Wardrobe Essentials Scarves and Stoles Fabrics New Shop by Fabricĭhoti Gift Vouchers Nalli Fashions Collection Shop Offlineīandhani: Bandhej, also known as Bandhani, is a tie and dye method practiced mainly in states of Rajasthan, Gujarat and parts of Uttar Pradesh.

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