Tag: Asha Gautam

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Maheshwar Weaves

December 13, 2020

The hand loom weavers of Maheshwar are working tirelessly to keep the town’s tradition of weaves alive and kicking. Ask a sari lover about Maheshwari saris and you are likely to get an affirmative nod for the famed silk cotton sari that is airy and light as well as colourful with intricate designs. Originating in… Read More Maheshwar Weaves

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Dabu Printing

May 3, 2019
Pic: Voonik

An ancient mud resist hand block printing technique from the tribal regions of Rajasthan, Dabu is making a steady come back into the apparel industry. Holding a wooden block dripping in mud Bhagwati Lal Chippa carefully prints the patterns on a white piece of cloth. The designs that he creates are in perfect symmetry and… Read More Dabu Printing