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Indian Handlooms
By : Swati Mittal Added : 03 Mar 2008
Indian fashion has remained ever evolving when it comes to silk scarves because silk weaving has always been recognized as a traditional art in the history of Indian handicrafts. Over the past few decades the skilled Indian weavers, with their indigenous talent and art of weaving have made continuous efforts to improve and revive this almost vanished art and a beautiful accessory- the silk scarves.
By : Swati Mittal Added : 03 Mar 2008
With the passage of time, Indian weavers have evolved the art of handmade quilt, incorporating various unique patterns and designs in it. Today handmade quilts are not only limited to using patches and similar-coloured backings but ranges from different geometric patterns and stardust motifs to floral and artistic designs, different types of fabrics ranging from silk, handloom to cottons with almost every color, be it bright or dark.
By : Arundhati Added : 21 Dec 2007
The story of Indian Handlooms, a term that spells exquisity, ebullience and enunciate a multifarious equip of excogitating designs, both ethnic and modernistic. Providing livelihood to 90 million people, the level of artistry and intricacy achieved by Indian handloom fabrics is unparalleled and beyond the scope of modern machinery, preserving its heritage and culture.
By : Arundhati Added : 20 Oct 2007
Patch work in India is mainly associated with the westernmost states of Gujarat and Rajasthan, though Punjab and Orissa also practices this craft. Various coloured and patterned fabrics of different shapes and sizes are together on a plain background. An important feature characterizing Indian patchwork is that the stitches of the patches are not hidden but are done with jazzy shades which get highlighted, adding a more artistic appeal.
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