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Weaving ~ Kotpad, Odisha

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Kotpad handloom weaving is a century-old textile tradition that originated in a small weaving village called ‘Kotpad’ in the Koraput district of Odisha. Known for preserving and promoting tribal heritage, Kotpad handlooms became the first product in Odisha to receive a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2005, thereby protecting its uniqueness. These textiles are woven by the Panka, Mirga and Manikpuria community in the southern areas of Chhattisgarh and Odisha.

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Saree Weaving ~ Narayanpet

dev team — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 06:23:31 +0000

Narayanpet handloom sarees, woven in the vibrant town of Narayanpet, Telangana, are known for their signature checks and distinctive color combinations. Lightweight and durable, they are a perfect choice for everyday wear.

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Gollabhama Saree Weaving- Siddipet

dev team — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:03:50 +0000

The Siddipet Gollabhama Saree is not just a piece of fabric; it is a living tradition, worn, celebrated, and reinterpreted through generations. Traditionally, these sarees were worn by women across rural Telangana, especially during religious festivals, community gatherings, harvest celebrations, and temple events.

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Baiga Adivasi Fabric

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 12:50:00 +0000

In the era of science and technology, certain tribal communities find themselves in a technologically primitive, pre-agricultural stage. Their economy is uncomplicated, primarily rooted in forests, rendering them extremely impoverished. Many among them lack literacy, and their population growth remains stagnant. In India, there are 74 such groups recognized as Primitive Tribal Groups (PTG), and the Baiga community is counted among them. In the state of Madhya Pradesh, which hosts a total of 43 tribal groups, three—namely Baiga, Bharia, and Sahariya—are specifically identified as PTG. This acknowledgment highlights their unique socio-economic and cultural context, positioning them distinctively within the broader framework of tribal communities in India. Baigas are widely distributed in Dindori, Mandla, Shahdol, and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh.

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Kharad weaving, Kutch

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:05:46 +0000

The durrie, a timeless symbol ingrained in the tapestry of Indian culture, carries with it an 800-year-old legacy of Kharaad / Kharad weaving. This tradition, rooted in the era of ancient palaces, camel herders, and nomadic wanderers, has stood the test of time. The inspiration for this craft can be traced back to the utilitarian accessories of camels and animals, where nomadic communities began adorning their creatures with both functional and artistic purpose. The threads of this ancient tradition weave a story that echoes through centuries, connecting us to a rich heritage that celebrates both craftsmanship and the harmonious coexistence of art and daily life.

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Screw Pine Craft ~ Thrissur

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 06:30:49 +0000

The plant, which is abundantly grown in Thrissur district of Kerala, forms an important raw material to make one of the prominent and most popular craft of this state: the screw pine craft of Kerala. This craft which is made entirely from the plant itself is considered as the most eco-friendly craft of Kerala. All parts of the screw-pine plant are used to make the various beautiful and attractive products like bags, mats, bowls: right from the leaves of the plant to the roots.

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Weaving ~ Kuthampully, Thrissur

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:36:15 +0000

Kuthampully, a small town located in Thrissur district is known as a traditional cotton-weaving village. The handwoven products from Kuthampully weaving are woven as a traditional costume by the women and men of Kerala. The Kuthampully weaving is mostly famous for its classic off-white fabric with its significant ‘kasavu’ (zari border).

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Weaving ~ Kasaragod

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 12:26:45 +0000

Kasaragod, is the district situated in the northern part of Kerala surrounded by the western ghats at the east and the Arabian Sea to the west, is known for their weaving. The beautiful sarees that Kasaragod weavers weave are completely made from natural fibres. The sarees from this town are known for their plain body with golden zari, and borders completely hand-woven depicting the traditional and aesthetic value being still passed down through the craft.

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Kota Doria- Kaithun, Kota

info_admin — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:28:40 +0000

A royal marvel of the Indian textile industry is the traditional Kota Doria. The art of weaving cotton in a structured check pattern as an open weave has been passed on through the generations, the beginning of which was never recorded in written texts. The square Khat pattern gives the Kota Dori its distinct feature that differentiates it from other hand woven crafts.

Kota, a town situated in eastern Rajasthan hints at the origin or cultivation of the craft itself. The town and areas around it hosts several craft clusters that spend months delicately weaving saris known as “Masurias” derived from the possibility of weavers migrating from Mysore known by the same name. Directly translated from the Hindi word meaning “threads,” the Dori or Doria are woven with magical skill and precision, a regular visual treat.

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Saree Weaving~Manamedu

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 14:57:07 +0000

The Manamedu sarees have earned their reputation for being durable and gorgeous cotton-zari sarees that imbibe the culture of South India. These sarees have a tremendous amount of cultural significance attached to them. Moreover, the design of these sarees can be seen as simplistic, yet contemporary which makes them the perfect fit for everyone. The elegant stripes done on them, make them stand out and also make the wearer feel graceful and beautiful.

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