When we talk about the Indian diaspora of textiles, the list of fabric crafts is as vast as an ocean, vividly spread across the nation. Each state nurtures its textile craft which has been carried out for thousands of years. And undoubtedly, these crafts are fresh, glimmery, and sublime rivers that infuse to form the most varying and prolific culture and heritage of all the times.
Because Jute, Cotton, and Silk have been acting as a trading game between India and the other global nations, the history of crafts and fabrics is as shiny as the raging morning sun. Counting from the Mughal Era to British raj, Swadeshi movement, and post-Independence, the weavers and artisans have been exploring and adding new savor to the home-grown textiles.
We are here to help you dig deeper into the must-have legacy textile crafts. Read below to know more!!
KALAMKARI
The Kalamkari garments that we sell are immersed in natural organic dyes extracted from the regional roots, plants, dried pulp counting a few. Our collection flaunts a mix of fabric, applique, and hand-painted Kalamkari garments, dupattas, sarees, all reciting the folklores through minimal motifs.
AJRAK
In the 16th century, Ajrak was exceedingly revered amid the Khatri community and got its way routing from Sindh province to Kutch, Gujarat. Ajrakhpur and Dhamadka Village artisans continue to carry the entire legacy post-Bhuj earthquake is perhaps noteworthy and inspiring. The Ajrak prints infuse a mixture of earthly and bright prints.
KANTHA
Wearing fabrics and garments with running stitches is one of the most admired craftworks invented by the women artisans residing in Bengal. Owing to this textile’s sparkly demand and beauty, over time, Kantha became quite familiar amongst the Rajasthan artisan community. Bengal, still the birth ground of months, Rajasthani artisans acquired the knowledge and skill and added a punch of their taste to this textile craft. The Loom brings you an infusion of East and West, which is vividly visible in our mesmerizing collection.
BANARASI SILK
Banarasi silk is known for its sacred heritage, history, and opulent crafts and needs no institutional recognition. Well familiar with the deep-rooted tales, the holy Ganga Aarti and strolling on the ghats of Banaras is what makes us fall in the undying love for the city and its textile. The artisans are still striving to hold the legacy of grandeur handwoven Banarasi; the timeless demand has risen with the emergence of the power loom. The gold zari motifs are curated either out of hand-weaving or traditional jacquard weaving. We have the exquisite Banarasi range from taffeta silk to pure handwoven silk, fabricated into sarees and dupattas.
DABU
Artisans of the Chippa community of Bagru and Akola, Rajasthan gave birth to Dabu. Each district comes with a unique printing taste of Dabu, and Bagru remains the core of Dabu printing. Akola, in addition, is recalled for its precision in 80% less bleeding. Dabu printing in Nandana, Madhya Pradesh, is still considered a premium culinary experience. Organic dyes are extracted from Dhawade Ka Fool, Anar Ka Chilka, and Imli ke Beej to curate a flavorsome mix of earthy hand block fabrics. You can see a few irregularities as it is done by hand, which adds nothing but beauty to the designs.
INDIGO
Though bagru remains the core of traditional Indigo block printing, Akola artisans invest extra time designing and processing the fabrics with 80% less bleeding. At The Loom, you’ll witness Indigo prints in Rayon, Chanderi, Modal, and Cotton, submerged in deep blue Indigo dye, formed into unstitched suits, stoles, and dupattas.
CHANDERI
The weavers of MP have been intertwining cotton, silk, gold, and silver zari yarns to make opulent Chanderi fabric. At The Loom, you will find crossovers of Kalamkari, Indigo, Conventional hand block booti designs, paisleys, flowers, and much more.
LUCKNOWI CHIKANKARI
Being a known embroiderer, Noor Jahan adorned this rich textile craft and embellished muslin cloth with mukaish, pearl, and mirror work. Now it is done in silk, georgette, and cotton. Chikan work usually takes 5-15 working days, and the time might vary depending upon the intricacy of the motifs. The Loom’s chikankari collection showcases hand-embroidered cotton and georgette garments soaked in sunkissed pastel hues.
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