LIFESTYLE

6 must-have Indian handloom prints

By Simran Jeet

1

Block printing art

Block printing, an ancient art, uses wooden blocks and natural dyes to create nature-inspired motifs on fabric, with Rajasthan's Bagru technique featuring pale beige hues. 

2

Kalamkari technique

Kalamkari, dating back centuries, involves a pen-like tool to draw mythological narratives and intricate motifs on fabric using natural dyes. 

3

Ajrakh origins

Ajrakh, originating from Sindh, Gujarat, and Rajasthan, is a hand-block printing technique using resistant dyeing and nature-inspired motifs. 

4

Batik prints

Batik prints employ resist-dyeing with molten wax to create ornate floral designs on fabric. 

5

Bandhani tie-dye

Bandhani, one of the oldest tie-dye forms from Gujarat's Khatri community, features intricate dotted or line patterns. 

6

Bagh hand-block

Bagh is a traditional hand-block printing method using natural dyes and pigments to produce repetitive patterns in black, white, and red. 

For more Lifestyle stories click on the link below