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So, this is one of the product that we make where we dye yarns using natural Indigo and weave the fabric on handloom. Since, the dyeing and weaving process is manual, no two garments made out of the fabric will be exact replica of each other. So, if you own the garment made of handloom denim you may be only person in the world probably to own the timeless craft.
Don't you think it's interesting, love to hear your thoughts about sustainable and timeless craft.

I recently spent some time developing fabrics based on Kalamkari, and I was surprised by how much craftsmanship goes into creating a single piece. This is one of result on the garment and it's not a digital print. It's hand painted by women artisans who are caring this art since ages.

The word Kalamkari comes from two Persian words:

• Kalam = pen
• Kari = craftsmanship

Unlike printed fabrics, traditional Kalamkari is created entirely by hand using a pen and natural dyes extracted from plants, flowers, bark, and minerals. The fabric is treated through multiple stages before the artwork even begins, and depending on the complexity, one piece can take weeks to complete.

There are two major styles:

• Srikalahasti Kalamkari – Completely hand-drawn and often depicts stories from Indian mythology, nature, and temple traditions.

• Machilipatnam Kalamkari – Uses hand-carved wooden blocks to create intricate repeating patterns, making it popular for textiles and apparel.

What I find fascinating is that every line is drawn by hand, so no two pieces are ever exactly the same. In a world of mass production, it's amazing that such a detailed art form is still being practiced.

Have you ever owned or seen authentic Kalamkari? Which style do you prefer—freehand painted or block printed?

I'd love to learn from others who have worked with or collected these textiles.