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Jutti Making~Punjab

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 09:29:51 +0000

A perfect mix of tradition and culture which is equally loved by the people of all ages, ‘Jutti’ is derived from an Urdu word for a shoe. This type of shoe has a closed upper and is slipped-on. It is most commonly associated with Punjab and mostly worn in North India. Punjabi juttis were originally made out of leather and their uniqueness comes from the embellishments and embroidery. It is symbolic to authentic and ethnic beauty passed on through generations and is an important part of the traditional Punjabi culture. Even in today’s modern world juttis are considered a crucial ethnic apparel and they have carved their own special place. As they can be worn every day, to any occasion and are still considered an important part of the traditional ceremonies like weddings.

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Kathputli~Jaipur

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Wed, 28 Jun 2017 07:18:21 +0000

It is said that puppetry of Rajasthan is more than a thousand years old but there is no written evidence of it. Mainly the ‘Bhat’ community practices this art termed ‘Kathputli’ (‘Kath’ meaning wood and ‘Putli’ meaning doll). These people claim that their ancestors had performed for royal families and received great honour and prestige from the rulers of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab.

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Dhadki~Kutch

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 08:24:42 +0000

In the Kutchi language the word ‘Dhadki’ means ‘pieced together’. These are cover-ups or quilts handcrafted by women in Kutch by stitching together the pieces of old fabrics acquired over time. Continuous stitches and contrasting colors are the characteristic property of Dhadkis. These are an integral part of the Kutchi way of life.

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Kite Making~Ahmedabad

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Mon, 23 Feb 2015 12:37:31 +0000

The sky is freckled with kites on the day when the sun enters the zodiac of Makara or Capricorn. The sun commences its northward journey on Uttarayan (Uttar – North, Ayan – toward movement) and signifies the end of winter. This day is celebrated by sending out kites to the clear blue sky. The kites are of various shapes, sizes and colours, swaying and playing along with the tug of strings in the January wind. The strings hold a significant place too. Manja (kite-string) making is a traditional skill, which is handed down over generations and families jealously guard their secret recipes for the Manja paste.

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Doll Making~Jhabua

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Sat, 11 Oct 2014 11:31:33 +0000

The Jhabua dolls are representations of the various tribes in their vibrant traditional attires. Crafted out of scrap cloth, these dolls also sometimes hold the tools used in the occupation of the tribes they represent. They come in various shapes, sizes and in groups or pairs. What sets this craft apart from the rest is the fact that it is the result of a general inquisitiveness to know the vivid cultures and attires behind the various beautiful crafts that led the skilled artisans of Jhabua take up this opportunity to show the world.

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Embroidery~Amreli

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Fri, 13 May 2011 11:43:00 +0000

In the Amreli district of Gujarat, women use mirrors, shells and bright colors to create beautifully embroidered patterns. Geometric patterns and scenes taken from everyday rural life or mythology are embroidered on decorations for domestic purposes. This type of embroidery is also prevalent in nearby regions, collectively known as Saurashtra or Kathiawar.

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Jawaja Leather~jawaja

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 09:30:12 +0000

The leather craft of Jawaja, which was practiced for more than three hundred years, was beautifully structured and meticulously stitched back to glory through a joint initiative taken by IIM and NID in the 1970s. Through this collaboration known as ‘The Rural University Initiative’ the institutions devised innovative methods of coproducing, that would prove fruitful in permanence for the Jawaja craftsmen. This effort has been a turning point in the fortunes of the craft, as the products are making a mark universally.

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