Kalamkari is a traditional Indian textile printing technique that involves hand-painting or block printing designs on fabrics using natural dyes. The word "Kalamkari" is derived from two Persian ...

The traditional Kalamkari block prints may soon acquire a designer avataar if the plans of the city-based Samana Institute of Fashion Technology (SIFT) bear fruits. Fashion junkies have always ...

“The wood-block printing in Kalamkari art with natural colours has come a long way, from printing of the traditional Indian textile designs to modern designs, drafted by the many budding block ...

Long before fast fashion and synthetic blends, India was weaving magic with natural dyes, human hands, and unmatched patience ...

“Kalamkari hand-block printing tradition has existed in this region for centuries, but it was primarily based in Machilipatnam. When the craft was struggling to survive in the city for a variety ...

Designer Ayush Kejriwal recently collaborated with Label Varsha to spotlight Southern India’s kalamkari tradition. The linen satin ethnic wear line features corded yarns in earthy, rusty tones and ...

Pedana (AP), May 13 (PTI) A tiny town known for the exquisite Kalamkari style of textile printing - which earned it a GI tag - may be losing its sheen, thanks to a spurt in the use of modern and ...

VIJAYAWADA: Around seven years ago in November 2013, Kalamkari designs made by Pedana’s handloom industry using the traditional block-printing method received geographical indication (GI) tag ...

Indian art forms offer an incredible range of styles, colours, and stories that can transform any room from plain to deeply soulful. So, how about bringing a touch of beautiful Indian art styles to ...

Monsoon season calls for comfortable yet stylish ethnic wear. Cotton sarees are perfect for this weather. Handloom, floral print, and cotton-linen ble ...