The name ikkat brings images of intricate
diamond-shaped patterns, curved scroll and paisley designs in front of the
eyes. The printed designs on fabrics are through complex weaving style which
uses specially dyed threads to develop a pattern on the fabric. The method of
ikkat is unique despite being a tie-dye textile art.
Ikkat is a technique which was not
originated in India and historians are unclear about its place of origin as the
method is spread far around the world. The word ikkat originated from the
Malay-Indonesian word Mengikat which means to tie a bundle of yarn or threads.
There is evidence of ikkat found in India which dates to the seventh
century.
It is used to make sarees, ethnic and
fusion wear. Ikkat kurtas are among the most loved in India and the same with
the sarees. Ikkat patterns are available in more than ten varieties and the
weavers here who are involved in ikkat sarees wholesale.
A unique technique of weaving is Telia
Rumal from Andhra Pradesh. In this method, the yarn is tie-dyed and treated
with a special oil to give the fabric a characteristic sheen. This technique is
usually double ikkat, and both warp and weft with motifs are drawn on them. The
shapes which are outlined on these sarees are geometric and repetitive. The
designs are large, well-defined diamonds, hexagons with squares. Over time,
this art has suffered difficulties and was close to extinction but is on the
path of revival currently.
The name given to silk in Telugu is Pattu,
and Pattu silk sarees are popular in
the whole Indian subcontinent. The Kanchipuram silk sarees and Banarasi sarees
are especially fashionable in the South and North of India respectively.
Jyothisareemandir is a shopping site for
traditional bridal pattu sarees.
They provide sarees at special discounts and deal in men’s silk dhotis as well.
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