Pure Handloom Jamdani Cotton Silk Saree
Handloom
sarees are a textile art in India. It is a craft of cottage industries. Cotton,
silk and other natural fibres are woven together on handlooms (manually powered
weaving machine). Weaving is a traditional art and craft in villages throughout
India. Every village has their own style and unique technique of weaving. It
also differs from region to region. There are Madras checks from Tamil Nadu; Ikats
from Andhra and Orissa; tie and dye from Gujarat and Rajasthan; pure handloom Jamdani Cotton Silk Saree;
brocades from Banaras; jacquards form Uttar Pradesh; Daccai from West Bengal;
and phulkari from Punjab etc.You can purchase
batik sarees online.This makes India the most diverse nation in the world.
There are different varieties of handloom sarees. The most famous ones are:
i. Kantha Sarees – this is made up of elaborate patterns via
simple stitching. Originates from West Bengal
ii.
Tant Sarees – comprises of a wide border and graceful silk
thread work, also from the West Bengal
iii.
Munga Sarees – has a unique three dimensional effect – Assam
iv.
Bandhini Sarees – uses the craft of tie and dye – Gujarat.
The Bandhini saree is also available in varieties of panetar, gharchola and
leheriya
v.
Chanderi Silk Sarees – this light weight saree is often found
in soft cotton and silk texture; originating from the state of Madhya Pradesh
vi.
Tussar Silk Sarees –you will find Madhubani painting designs
on this saree; originates from Bihar
vii.
Sambalpuri Sarees – uses natural dyes giving it vibrant
colours; comes from Orissa.
viii.
Kanjivaram Silk Sarees –this is a traditional saree of South
India. You can find this in graceful designs and awesome contrasting colours.
ix.
Patola Sarees – this is mainly done on patola silk by expert
craftsmen specializing in handworks. The saree originates from Gujarat.
x.
Banarasi Sarees – this is the most famous saree in India. You
will see many women and girls donning it in wedding functions. Banarasi sarees
have lots of varieties such as zari and embroidery
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