Indigo botanica hand block printed silk dupatta

Silk Fabric

Silk containing sericin is called raw silk. The gummy substance, affording protection during processing, is usually retained until the yarn or fabric stage and is removed by boiling the silk in soap and water, leaving it soft and lustrous, with weight reduced by as much as 30 percent. The degumming process leaves silk lustrous and semitransparent, with a smooth surface that does not readily retain soil. Silk is moisture-absorbent, retaining as much as a third of its weight in moisture without feeling damp, and has excellent dyeing properties

Block Printing

Block Printing is a method of hand printing on textiles with inks. Printing designs onto fabric originated in China about 4,500 years ago. However, hand-blocked fabric reached its highest visual expression in the Indian subcontinent. Indians possessed unparalleled expertise in the secrets of natural plant dyes, particularly with mordants (metallic salts that both create color and allow it to adhere to fabric). In addition, a kind of mud resist-printing, called dabu, flourished in parts of Gujarat.  Thus, a series of combinations of mordant and resist stamping and dyeing enabled Indian printers to create uniquely complex designs. The creations of Indian artists reached around the world.  The designs adorned the palaces of South East Asian kings, the courts of Mughal emperors and even travelled to the far-flung capitals of Western Europe. https://yehaindia.com/are-you-an-indian-traditional-block-prints-lover-heres-all-you-need-to-know/

Block Printing at Aartyz

Aartyz has a unique manufacturing approach, where craft person focuses on craft only. Furthermore, our trained experts pay special attention to  pre and post production of the fabrics and designs. We have  developed equipment and techniques which help us reduce wastage and re working. We have also created advanced infrastructure to get the optimum output from each skillset. This has increased the average earning of our crafts persons. At Aartyz, we believe in learning and reinventing the art of hand block printing. Artists and designs from various parts of India such as Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat inspire us to make improvements in our designs and processes. We also take inspiration and ideas from different techniques to create new concepts.

Experience the rich heritage of Indian textiles with our exquisite silk dupattas, handwoven with intricate designs and patterns. Made from luxurious silk or fine cotton, these dupattas exude elegance and sophistication, perfect for adding a touch of traditional charm to any outfit. Whether you’re dressing up for a special occasion or elevating your everyday look, a silk dupatta is a timeless accessory that adds a touch of refinement and culture. Please visit our website aartyz.in for more.