The Santals, one of the populous tribal communities of India, are mainly found in the districts of Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar and Balasore in the State of Odisha. Besides, they are also found in the neighbouring states like Jharkhand, West Bengal, Bihar and Assam. Santal people are very simple in nature and behavior. The santals have their…
Odisha Pasapalli handloom sarees are an ethnic and traditional handwoven saree that uses special and unique textiles and techniques. Skilled artisans from different corners of Odisha showcase native art forms through the yards of fabric. There are many types of Pasapalli handloom sarees, depending on the region of production, the fabric used, the weave of…
Odisha or Orissa, one of the eastern states of India, is known for its rich variety of ethnic Indian fashion wear. The state is renowned for its beautiful and gorgeous handloom textiles, especially sarees. The exquisite finish and delicate works of Orissa sarees have made them popular among saree lovers. In fact, handloom weaving in…
The distinctive hand-woven textiles of Odisha (Orissa) in unusual patterns and vibrant colours have supported a thriving cottage industry employing thousands. Odisha (Orissa) is famous for its silk ikat weaves created by an intricate process called the “bandha” in which warp and weft threads are tie-dyed to produce the pattern on the loom while weaving….
The quintessential saree has remained one of the most favourite canvasses for Indian weavers. Craftsmen from all over the country have found an unadulterated freedom of expression in this nine yards of fabric, and perhaps this is why India is home to some of the finest handloom fabric traditions since time immemorial. One such beautiful…
Leonardo Da Vinci famously said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Nothing embodies this sentiment more than the elegant and simple Kotpad weaves from the Koraput District of Orissa. This textile tradition remained unknown until the Festival of India’s Viswakarma exhibitions in the early 1980s. The simplicity, harmony, and elegance of the tribal way of life…
The festive season has alredy begun with Navratri and Hindu devotees are gearing up to celebrate it in full fervor. Apart from worshipping Goddess Durga, playing dandiyas, fasting, making special Navratri foods, many people also follow special colours of Navratri; 9 days and 9 colours that have different significance. This year, the festival began on…
Bomkai or Sonepuri is an exceptional fabric that emerges from the amalgamation of two of the most popular components of Orissa’s textile industry. The fabric is created by weaving the extra weft technique on a pit loom. Bomkai sarees are a combination of Ikat and embroidery that interweave with each other, and the borders are…
Ikat fabric is known for its unique characteristic of having blurry designs. This effect is achieved through a complex weaving technique, where the dyed yarns are meticulously aligned to create intricate patterns on the finished textile. The blurriness of the designs can be minimized by using the finest quality yarns and skilled craftsmanship. Because of…
Art Silk Art Silk is a term commonly used to refer to fabrics that imitate the appearance and texture of pure silk, but are made using synthetic or artificial fibers. These fibers provide the fabric with added strength and durability, while also reducing its cost. The extent of cost savings can vary depending on the…
