Berhampuri Patta, also known as Phoda Kumbha sarees and jodas, have a rich history dating back to the 14th century AD when they were introduced by the Mohuri king in Berhampur town in Odisha. Berhampur is also known as the silk city of India, and for good reason. The Berhampuri Patta silk saris are unique…
It’s fascinating to learn about the origin of the name ‘Ikat’. The meticulous process of creating this stunning fabric truly lives up to its name. The process involves tying and resist dyeing the design into the yarn before weaving, which results in the beautiful and vibrant patterns we see in the finished product. It’s no…
Handloom products form an integral part of a region’s indigenous culture, its history and the collective taste of people residing there. Orissa is no exception with its wide range of handloom cotton and silk sarees.However, there is a third variety of handloom sarees made of a blended fabric called cotton silk that are high in…
Bomkai Sarees are the extra weft technology used in weaving to create the beautiful motifs on the body and pallu.
