Handicrafts India

The state of Gujarat has always been famous for folk art forms, whether it’s the matter of dance or handloom. The handloom sector in Gujarat has a bag full of weaving and printing styles. The prominent one is that of Bandhej, which is known as a spectacular tie and dye process. Another one to check out is Jari work, which showcases rich embroidery done with gold and silver threads. After all, Gujarat has got an opulent culture of elegant handlooms. The weavers of Gujarat have that artistic knack to create a style statement out of simplicity.

This state is also a home to Mashru style of weaving silk with cotton. It is a fabric woven with a permutation of cotton and silk, which is popular among masses for bold patterns and vibrant colors. Another example of Gujarat’s excellence lies in the art of block printing (Dhamadka and Ajrakh). The handloom lovers can select from brocade saris finely woven with silver and gold threads, called as Ganga and Jamuna. Well, the road to Gujarat’s popularity does not end here. It moves further with Tanchoi weaving art and Patola silk fabric. This seems that Gujarat has a variety of handloom structure that can quench the thirst of any handloom lover.