Chikankari Indian traditional textile from India
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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.
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