Sohum Sutras

Pichwai painting is an art form that has its roots in Nathdwara, Rajasthan. It is used as a decorative curtain or backdrop in Shrinathji temples and is considered very sacred.  Devotees offer these hangings in temples and take them back home as a souvenir  as well. This art on sarees with a storytelling form is making a thrilling addition to the handloom, hand-woven  sarees .  Pichwai paintings from Nathdwara are a story cum art galore that depicts important scenes from the tales of Lord Krishna. This style of painting uses the childhood incarnation of Krishna, i.e. Lord Shrinathji as its central subject, shown here in a scene from his own life. The saree I am wearing is an  art collection, blend of tradition, contemporary fashion by a designer and textile revivalist.  Pichwai  Art is a form of  painting  from the holy town of Nathdwara, Rajasthan that portrays Lord Krishna with peacocks, lotuses, and cows on cloth....

Kasuti  is a form of traditional embroidery prevalent in Karnataka. This ilkal saree is  a beautiful intricate work of kasuti embroidery and contrast pallu. It is 70% cotton and 30% art silk.  Festooned with traditional kasuti embroidery, a striped pallu, and zari detailing, this south silk saree effortlessly blends sophistication with elegance.  All over buttas enhance the look of the saree. As the kasuti work is a very tedious work getting work done from a kasuti artist takes more than one month. This saree is a must have in your wardrobe.  Kasuti  work which is very intricate sometimes involves putting up to 5000 stitches by hand and is traditionally made on Ilkal  sarees .  The patterns are stitched without using knots to ensure that both sides of the cloth look alike  Kasuti  work which is very intricate.  The history of Kasuti dates back to the   Chalukya   period.   The name   Kasuti   is derived...