Beadwork
Beadworkwork embroidery is a decorative
art of embroidering small beads into variety of aesthetically pleasing
patterns. Our decorative bead embellishment technique creates a unique folk
art style of its own. We offer our clients choice for spectrum of beads made
from glass, plastic, ceramic, wood and more. Our beading methods translate
into wide range of designs on variety of fabrics. We have expertise to
custom design beadwork as per the client's preferences.
In beadwork, very small, usually uniformly colored beads are transformed
into intricate articles or embellishments. Each bead is just an element in
the larger pattern and the overall design creates the impact, rather than
the individual bead. The artistry and the skill lies in the design,
construction and execution of the article. Beadwork from different areas is
usually readily identifiable by the design, color and size of the beads, the
use to which they have been put, and also the methods of construction.
Chikankari
Chikank embroidery is the most common and
popular form of embroidery that is typically designed with predominant white
threads. It is an intricate needlework, which represents the art form of the
city of Lucknow. Chikankari is a light and very well suited to hot climatic
conditions. It combines comfort and aesthetic value. We offer our valued
clients with customized chikankari designs as per their preferences on
varied fabrics.
Lucknow, in Uttar Pradesh, is the center of chikan embroidery, renowned for
its timeless grace and its gossamer delicacy, a skill more than 200 years
old.
A study of the origin of chikan reveals that this form of embroidery had
come to India from Persia with Noor Jehan, the queen of the Mughal emperor
Jehangir. The embroidery found a place in the prestigious homes in Europe,
specimens of which are still available. The design to be embroidered is
printed on the fabric with wooden blocks or brass blocks using fugitive
colors. The embroidery has a repertoire of about 40 stitches of which only
30 are still being used .These can be broadly divided into 3 heads- flat,
raised and open trellis like jaali work. The patterns are mostly inspired
from Mughal culture.
Coinwork
Coinwork is a delightful embellishment on
different fabrics or attire. The fragile coins have detailed raised
decorative surface for an attractive look. Every coin is delicately
embroidered into the base using thread, ribbon or wire. Our collection
highlights perfect blend of traditional Indian heritage and contemporary
artwork. We have expertise in custom design coin work to suit the taste of
our discerning clients.
Coin embellishment gives a metallic look to the fabric and gives a bohemian
look unless combined with some beads or other material. It seems to be
originated among Kuchi tribes ranging over Northern Afghanistan and Northern
Pakistan. They incorporated coins in the embroidery from an ethnological
perspective along with plastic, pearl and metal buttons and various tokens
of particular interest. The coins were gradually added reflecting the wearers
wealth and trading activities. Mostly, string of metal beads threaded on
cords are disposed in a geometric ,symmetrical pattern that complements the
lines of construction of the dress.
Doriwork
Dori is essentially a cord or a strong
thread .Different colors of cords are used for the embellishment of the
fabric using couching stitch mainly and some stitches of zardozi .It is
usually combined with sequins, pearls , gota to create a mesmerizing effect.
The cord used in Doriwork has a rich metallic color that brings definition
to the design. The thread is used to outline the motif on the fabric; when
backstitched the clean line lifts the element of the fabric and creates a
sense of dimension giving a lacy and openwork effect on the fabric. Matching
colors of the cord can be used to make couching of the cord invisible or
different colors can be used to create interesting contrasts. We can also
use gold and silver cords to create a mesmerizing metallic effect to the
embroidery.
Gotakari
The traditional Gotakari is a marvel
designer's choice. It can be crafted in a floral pattern spread all over the
attire or having dual work border. It is a unique decorative lace, which is
mostly available with fine silver and golden lines. Our 100% customizable
service offers our customers the choice to tailored Gotakari on any fabric
according to their specifications.
The art of gotakari is very similar to the appliqué embroidery. It
involves placing woven fabric either gold or silver onto the other fabric to
create different surface textures. Mostly , it is used to fill up the petals
of a flower or leaves. The appliqué is fixed with outlining of chain
stitch or dori work to give it a dimensional effect. Sometimes, a border of
gota is used as edging which is called Kinari . it is the frilled or
tasseled border for decoration.
Kutchwork
Known as 'Sindhi stitch' in earlier days,
Kutch Embroidery is used to add gaiety to any fabric. Its long stitches and
embossed designs form an all-over design covering the entire surface. These
designs are prepared by fixing small round-shaped mirrors to the material
with the help of the buttonhole stitch, the outline being sketched by hand.
The entire kutch embroidery designs are made with cross-stitches. We offer a
complete outfit tailored to client's specific style and needs.
This is the most exquisite and high quality representation of tribal
embroidery from the kutch area of Gujarat. The bride brings to her husbands
house a wealth of richly embroidered textiles carefully worked by herself
and the women of her family in addition to jewelry and utensils. Each
village in Kutch have a distinct style of embroidery and design. This is a
very versatile embroidery involving a plenty of stitches to beautify the
product like buttonhole , stem, chain, satin, herringbone, open chain
stitch, interlacing stitch , Roman Stitch, Surface darning stitch, running
stitch etc. .The colors used are bright and vibrant like red, coral, orange,
neon green ,indigo, turquoise , pink and purple. The motifs vary from
floral, dancing human figures, peacocks to geometrical.
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