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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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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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Looking so psychedelic… this is overshot “woven on opposites”. I’m using the aqua for my main colour and orange for the accent colour. It beats more closely because there is no tabby to provide the base structure and looks more weft-faced. The treadling rhythm doesn’t feel as convenient as alternating two feet for pattern-tabby-pattern-tabby, but ...

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