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Sambalpuri Saree is a traditional handwoven IKAT saree. For those unfamiliar, a saree is simply an unstitched cloth, ranging in length from four to nine metres of silk or cotton which is then draped and pleated skillfully, elegantly over the body in various styles, depending on region and occasion - to create one of the most fashionable looks ever for a woman!(see my other post about saree styles) The most skilled IKAT weavings are produced in Bargarh, Sonepur, Sambalpur and nearby districts…

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Today, on the 10th National Handloom Day, we celebrate the beautiful art of handloom weaving. It's a special skill passed down for generations, and it is not just about creating patterns, but it is a legacy woven deep into the fabric of our history, with roots tracing back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. The echoes of the Swadeshi Movement, ignited at Calcutta Town Hall, resonate even today, reminding us of the power of handloom to weave not just cloth, but also dreams of…

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Venkatagiri sarees are mostly of one to two inch wide with gold border, it has a unique characteristic of woven combinations of zari and cotton threads. Designs on the borders are locally called Patti, which are nothing but dotted lines alongside the golden bands. These are also known as high quality muslins with high thread counts. Though they are transparent with their most saturated colour of yarn dyed with hues such as purple, orange, olive green, bright green, bright red.

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Charting new waters in ethical and sustainable rug design, Armadillo was a natural choice for our Made in India Report. Co-founder Jodie Fried tells The Textile Eye about her big career pivot, being the first Australian and American rug maker to achieve B Corp status, and what slow living means to

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Thai Silk Weaving

Excited to share with you all about the rich cultural heritage of Thai traditional crafts! 🎨 Today, we're spotlighting silk weaving, a beautiful and intricate art form that has been practiced in Thailand for centuries 🧵. Known for its bright colors, delicate patterns, and luxurious feel, Thai silk is highly prized around the world 💥🌞🌟

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Handloom Weaving: Ilkal saree is woven in cotton along with art silk, with a border and a pallu of art silk or in mixed art silk and cotton. It is also woven with a silk border and pallu or even a body of silk and cotton with a silk border and pallu. Saree’s with a pure silk body, border and pallu with silk, art silk or cotton are later introductions. Gomi border and chikki paras’ border are the two types of borders observed in the Ilkal saree. Chikki means dots or stars and kaddi, kondi…

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At Aadyam Handwoven, we believe in preserving India's rich handloom heritage, one exquisite piece at a time. Our commitment to quality and consistency is reflected in every handcrafted art. We work closely with our artisans in Pochampally, Varanasi, Bhuj and Kashmir to co-create timeless pieces. Explore our collection online at handwoven.aadyam.co.in #aadyamhandwoven#preservethecraft #dogoodfeelgood #weaversofindia #handloomweaves #handwovenindia

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