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Saree Weaving ~ Vanavasi

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:19 +0000

A place once said to have given shelter to the Pandavas, now produces alluring cotton and silk sarees. These still retain their authentic charm and have beautiful colours, zari work, motifs and simple yet elegant borders. Chettiar community residing in the Vanavasi town of Salem district, weaves these eye catching Vanavasi sarees. People from all over the world are attracted towards it, especially for its durability and softness. It leaves many awestruck and wanting to buy one to add to their collection.

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Saree Weaving~Paramakudi

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 11:41:15 +0000

A perfect formal attire having soft 80’s combed cotton, the intricate jacquard thread borders, with unique tie and design in the borders and pall. Moreover, the coarse and rustic 60’s cottons make them a comfortable wear and also provides a good drape. The Paramakudi sarees are weaved by a community known as the Saurashtrians who migrated to the region of Tamil Nadu about 900 years ago. The Puthinam variation has a contemporary touch which gives it a new and modern touch, making it a saree for everyone.

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Saree Weaving ~ Thirubuvanam

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Mon, 10 May 2021 11:57:26 +0000

Motifs of checks, stripes, geometrical patterns, birds, temples, flowers, leaves, fruits- name it and you’ll find it on the Thirubuvanam saree. These sarees are not only considered to be rich in quality due to the fine silk usage but also aesthetically pleasing and durable. These are thick ‘three-ply sarees’ with one side of the border woven in real silver or golden zari. They occupy a significant position in the South Indian culture and play an essential role in conveying the craftsmanship of the weaver and his journey.

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Garland making~Madurai

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:37:56 +0000

A garland can be defined as a band or chain of flowers, foliage, and leaves. In Tamil Nadu, and particularly in the temple town of Madurai, flower garlands are considered to play a significant role in expressing and enhancing Tamil culture. Every garland is a myriad of colours; a kaleidoscopic journey; an array of fragrant, vivid flowers weaved together to symbolize love, purity, and devotion. From the moon-lit creamy whites of the famous ‘Madurai Malli’ to the bright flashes of red and yellow in the roses and marigolds, from the earthy tones of the foliage and ferns to the soft pinks and pastel blues of lotuses and lilies- the Madurai garland is not simply a band of flowers, it is a culture, craft, and collection of stories of all those involved in the process of garland making.

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