Introduction to Kasavu Saree Kerala Saree, commonly known as the Kasavu saree, is the traditional wear for women in Kerala. These sarees can be further classified as Kerala Set-Saree, Set-Mundu, Neriyath, Kavani, Kasava etc. These are crafted mainly at Kuthampully of the Thrissur district in Kerala. Kasavu saree is crafted mainly by the Devanga Chettiar…
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What is a Maheswari Saree?
Maheshwari handlooms are one of India’s most well-known handcrafted textiles loved the world over for its fineness, delicacy and sophistication. Like all handwork, much imagination, labour and patience go into its making. History of the Saree The first evidence that the Indian saree was worn was found with the small statues of Sumer dates back…
Why We Must Support the Handloom Industry
Contribution of Handloom Industry In these days of energy crisis and global warming, it is more sensible to encourage the eco-friendly handloom industry rather than textile mills and power looms that are energy and infrastructure intensive. Using Handloom fabrics can help in reducing Global Warming. Handloom is a highly comfortable fabric that is most suitable for…
Block Printing – from Then to Now…
Block Printing – Its History Recorded history of block printed fabrics, date back to the Indus Valley civilization i.e. around 3500 to 1300 BC. Exact reliable early history is difficult as textiles rarely survive the tropical climate. From the Harappan period onwards, export of textiles, specially cotton is confirmed. A piece of fabric, showing Indus…