Padmashali - The Weaving Saga

Amidst a universe of traditional weaves and looms, nurtured over generations, is a craft that has not only been loved but also reimagined in modern interpretations. A local favourite, a global bestseller—Chikankari embroidery or Chikan embroidery is putting another milestone for India, Indian handicrafts and ethnicwear wearables on the world map. Born in ancient Awadh, Chikankari travelled to India through the Mughals and settled in the Nawabi land of Lucknow. The most popular story in history has it—Noor Jahan, the Mughal empress and wife of Jehangir, introduced it to the artisans of Uttar Pradesh, who mastered the craft and have preserved it over the years as family heritage and business. The term “Chikankari'' may be traced back to the word “Chikan” which, within the region, means “fine or intricate” or may be derived from the Persian word “Chakeen”, meaning “crafting delicate patterns on a fabric”. Originally limited to dainty Chikan embroidery done in white thread on a whi...

Doria is stand for "Thread or String" and Kota Doria is one of India's incredible open weaving textile material. Introduction:- Kota Doria ( Kota-Dori ) is one-of-a-kind cotton and silk mix with a square check pattern. The silk material adds shine and beauty to the cloth, while the cotton adds durability. Kaithoon is a tiny village in Rajasthan's Kota district where Kota Doria is mostly weaved. Some Kota Doria clusters may also be found in the villages of Bundi, Baran, and Kota, although Kaithoon is the main hub of kota doria's production. Origin of Kota Doria Sarees:- As according to the stories, Kota Doria originated in the southern state of Mysore but eventually relocated to Rajasthan. A Mughal emperor and his son Ram Rao Singh managed to help the craftsmen to relocate from Mysore in the 17th century. As a result, the weavers became recognized as Masuria, and the kota Doria sarees were also known as Kota Masuria sarees. Kota Doria was formerly reserved for roy...

Kanchivaram or Kanchipuram silk saris are mostly produced in the Kanchipuram area of Tamil Nadu, India. Kanchipuram silk is also known as the silk of queen. Most women in the southside wear these saris at weddings and on some special occasions. But these days because of online marketing, e-commerce sites, and because of bollywood celebrities these sarees are getting famous all over India. In this historic city, the silk is woven with great care to create Kanchipuram silk sarees. The main fundamental ingredients utilized are pure mulberry silk threads, zari (silver and gold threads), and dye. The Price of these kanchipuram sarees starts from 2000 and can be goes up to lakhs of rupees. The value of the silk depends on the purity of the silk. The Purer the silk and the higher the price. So here are 4 of our beautiful kanjivaram silk sarees that will complete your wardrobe collection. HANDWOVEN LAVENDER KANCHIPURAM SAREE:- Deriving its name from the Kanchipuram region of Tamil Nadu, the z...