Chikankari Kurtis and sarees are quite in in trend, recently. Be it for casual wear, or college wear or something which is for a proper event, chikankari Kurtis are the way to go. Chikankari is a very delicate and intricate type of shadow work type of embroidery. Initially, the embroidery was done using white yarn, on colourless muslins known as tanzeb. However, in recent times, chiffon, georgette, cotton and other fine quality fabrics are also being used. Chikankari work is also featured on cushion covers, pillow covers, table linen, and so on and so forth.
Chikan refers to a piece of fabric, while kari refers to embroidery. Originating in Lucknow, this embroidery dates back roughly to the 3rd century bc. There are references of embroidery similar to chikan in the records left behind by the historian Megasthenes. Sequin, bead and mirrorwork are oftentimes embellished on fabrics as a part of chikankari. A pattern is generally block-printed on the ground fabric. That is the most crucial step while looking into the process of making Chikankari Kurtis. The white threadwork against the vibrant colours of the fabrics creates a bright and beautiful contrast. Starting straightaway from floral patterns to various other kinds of patterns, the craft of Chikankari is unique and needs to be preserved for the future.
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