KORA OR ORGANZA SILK SAREE

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   KORA OR ORGANZA SILK Many of us are fond of beautiful fabrics, their soft touch on the body and the classy, royal aura it adds to our personality. Back in time, fabrics like silk were available and affordable to the affluent few, not in the 21st century though. Women, especially, are boasting different fabrics with grace and panache. Kora Fabric, or as some may call it ‘Organza’ Silk is one of such fabrics. Kora Silk is used to make Kovai Kora cotton saree. Coimbatore, a region in the Tamil Nadu State India is popular for these sarees. As a matter of fact, the Government of India recognized it as a Geographical indication in 2014-15. ORIGIN AND HISTORY OF KORA/ORGANZA SILKS Kora silk  from Varanasi or Banaras - The quality of  Kora silk  is smooth and sheer texture which is much dull in comparison to other silk. Kora silk has two varieties, either it is coarse or soft... There is huge demand for India Silk Sarees across the world due to style, smooth and text...

Indian Traditional Handloom Textiles

 

Indian Traditional Handloom Textiles

The wide range of design and weave, specific to the region of their origin, are masterpieces enhanced by the skills of the particular craftsmen and their tradition. The crafts thrived on the exploration and ingenuity of the craftspeople and their knowledge of locally available fabric, saree or other textile product. Each state or north, east, west and south India displays a variety of designs, producing distinct textiles, Saree and crafts indigenous to the region. Thus traditional Indian textiles can be classified according to the region of production. 


Indian state wise handloom textiles



To know more about Indian handloom textiles and which state they are belong to, please find the link below  www.fabricofindia.com

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4 main types of Indian handloom textiles

1) Embroidered textiles 

                                       Embroidery is the art of needlework resulted from the passion of womenfolk to express their creativity and ornament their apparel, saree, fabric and household textiles. Primarily a feminine art, young girls learned the craft from their mothers and older women in the family. The artistic expressions of the embroiderer are skillfully created on fabric with a simple tool, needle or a hook needle known as awl or tambour. Different embroidery styles have developed regionally in India that has a distinct identity of their own. Cotton, silk, woolen thread or gold/silver is used to embroider on various media, from cotton, silk, woolen fabric to velvet and leather. Besides thread, pieces of fabric, beads, mirrors, shells, coins, precious stones and sequins are also used for embellishing the fabric. With the passage of time, a variety of embroidery designs have been created by artisans from their own imagination and as per todays fashion demand.


Types of Indian embroidered fabrics

a) Kashida from Kashmir  

Kashida defines its cultural essence through the medium of bead and thread work, which has gained maximum popularity, fame and recognition in the ethnic land of Jammu and Kashmir. The purest essence and forms of nature. Motifs used like birds, leaves, trees and many such natural designs are replicated in this embroidery with multi colored threads and beads woven into the fabrics like shawls and saris

Kashida embroidered fabric

Video which explain more about kashida embroidered textiles from India, please find the link below www.kashidaembrideredfabric.com



b) Phulkari from Punjab 

Phulkari, the geometric, colorful and traditional embroidery of Punjab is a handcrafted practiced exclusively done by women. Translated as phul (Flower) and Kari (the artwork, motifs or design). Phulkari is used in both daily and occasional attire in form of dupatta, handbag and Patiala suits. The .embroidery or stiches gives it a rich mosaic. The finest decorative work is done in this phulkari pattern called Bagh, and the predominant geometric designs covered the entire surface of the background cloth .This intricate work was done for special occasions using - effect with unique untwisted silk thread in bright colors using geometric patters or floral designs.


Phulkari embroidery

Video which explain more about phulkari embroidered textiles from India, please find the link below 





 c) Chamba rumal from Himachal Pradesh 

Chamba rumal literally means handkerchief in Hindi . Chamba Rumal is a handicraft of embroidered handkerchief, originated in chamba , Himachal Pradesh. Embroidered Rumals were usually gifted on a daughter wedding ,which was customary in Himachal Pradesh hills or valleys. This beautifully done embroidery and stiches uses simple natural motif for example tree, flower, fruits etc. in bright color. It also features intricate motifs like mythological scenes, Raas - Leela , Hunting and wedding scenes. Both men and women use these Rumals and shawls. The way embroidery they did that the both sides of the designs and stitches are identical .They keep embroidered Rumal as heritage for future generations and used in ceremonial presentations.

Chamba Rumal embroidery


Video which explain more about Chamba Rumal embroidered textiles from India, please find the link below www.chambarumal.com







d) Chikankari from uttar Pradesh 

Chikankari is a unique way of designing fabric. It's an arduous process that is a compilation of designing, engraving, block printing, embroidery, washing and finishing. First, the fabric is cut according to requirement and  then it is block printed with design motifs on which the embroidery is done. Six basic stitches combined with 40 different styles give it new patterns like Murri , Phanda (French Knots), to the most popular jaali work (Trellis), and Bakhiya (shadow stitch). Motifs based on nature such as flowers, paisleys, peacocks, etc. are commonly used. Traditionally, it was only made on whites but nowadays it is available in all colors. It is a delicate hand embroidery found on a large range of fabrics that include chiffon, muslin, silk, organza, net, cotton, etc. It is a detailed form of embroidery that often uses motifs of Mughal architectural theme.


Chikankari Indian embroidery textile


Video which explain more Chikankari embroidery textiles from India find the link below, www.Chikankarifabric.com



f) Phool Patti ka Kaam from uttar Pradesh 

g) Zardozi from uttar Pradesh

h) Kasuti from Karnataka 

i) lambadi embroidery from andhra Pradesh

j) Kantha from West Bengal 

k) Sujani from Bihar 

l)Pipli appliqué from Orissa





    
2) Resist Dyed Textiles
3) Printed textiles
4) hand woven textiles






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