TALES 》 Pochampally Sarees and Fabric
Pochampally sarees are sheer delight for women!
Magnificent Pochampally saree is called by varies names such as Pogudubandhu or Pochampalli Ikat,
is a saree crafted in Bhoodan Pochampally, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, Telangana State, India.
Pochampally, the village was renamed to Bhoodan Pochampally.
This small traditional handloom village magnificently showered and surrounded by hills, lush
green fields, temples, Pochampally makes up for an exciting destination to spend one’s heart.
This village is around 45Km away from Hyderabad.Telangana is one of the ancient Ikat weaving
centers in India.Pochampally Ikat sarees was mainly popularized during 80's.Pochampally silk
saree boasts of blending comfort and popularly known as tie and dye weave, one can see century
old traditional looms here.
In Pochampally you can see
Markandeswar temple,
the deity here is Lord Shiva, blessed Markandeya(ancient rishi or sage) and
saved him from Yama the Lord of Death.
India is the second largest producer of silk in the world after China but is the largest consumer of silk.
Graceful Pochampally saree is available in cotton, silk and sico fabrics and well known for
it's durability of the colors used in the yarn. The GI mark(tag), award which was received
in 2005, which helps to ensure authenticity of the sarees as well as the Intellectual Property
rights of the artisans or a craftsman, weaving the saree.It is the first traditional Indian craft
to receive this status of geographical branding.Pochampally silk sarees are culturally
popular for the 'Ikat' styling and designs.The weaving using a fry shuttle, operated by pulling
the cord in the centre of the loom. Trade secrets are handed down from generation to
generation. Weaving a Pochampally saree is an art.The weavers behind this handcrafted masterpiece,
most of them are from Padmasali Community. The weavers of pochampally are popular
for their traditional and geometric patterns in Ikat style of dyeing, rich colors and intricate
and generous sprinkling of geometric patterns which hooks any saree lover attention!
Ikats are of two types namely 'Single ikat' and second one is 'Double ikats'.
Single ikat, you can see only warp is tie-dyed and interwoven with the weft, which is either
uncolored or has only one basic color. In double ikats where both warp and weft are tie-dyed
and positioned in such a way that they work together to create the specific design
with that signature bleed.
Based on current trends you can infinite combinations of colors used, but I always prefer
classic ones, such as yellow and blue combination, quintessential in combination of Red and black,
Elegant parrot green Pochampally with yellow, Gorgeous ananda color Pochampally saree with
Rani pink and the pattern is mostly dull gold.
The distinctive motifs, modern Pochampally sarees borrow heavily from the Patola sarees of Gujarat,
which means that the motifs are a mix of elephants, parrots, dancing girls, traditional diamond
motifs, parrots, swans, elephants and floral motifs often interspersed within the geometric
grid of the rumal-style field which are commonly used. The electrifying patterns used are checks,
triangles, stripes and more. Most of the designs still follow the rumal layout with wide plain borders.
The use of zari is also lighter than the traditional variants, although just as elegant and exquisite.
Designer Pochampally handloom sarees is been showcased in international ramps and runways.
You can see amazing products such as Pochampally sarees, stoles, prints for bed linens, tissue paper boxes,
anarkalis, skirts, lehengas, bedcovers, telia rumals, dress materials, cushion covers, photo frames, belts
and necklaces, bags, potlis, varieties for home decor items too, and many more adding to the creative list.
How to identify a Pochampally ikat saree:
- first you can check for GI tag on Pochampally ikat sarees
- Ikat fabric is heavy, were as Pochampally is smoother and extremely lightweight
- traditional geometric patterns or design on Pochampally sarees will be distinct
- at a glance you can notice Pochampally ikat saree by its texture
Maintenance of Pochampally Ikkat saree: The best approach to maintain a Pochampally Ikkat saree is to give for a dry clean,
this preserves the tie-dye effect on the saree.
In fact, it is a good idea to change the saree fold once every month to avoid permanent creases.
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Saree Tales :: Andhra pradesh (and Telangana) - Cotton and Silk Sarees
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Chirala Cotton and Silk Sarees ↗
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Uppada Jamdani Silk Sarees ↗
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The rich and colorful yarns pepping around, splashy Uppada, is a beach town in east Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh state, Indian. Road trip, it just takes thirty minutes drive to reach Kakinada from Uppada town, also known for fishery station for Prawns, fishes here. Fascinating beautifully handwoven sarees known as Uppada sarees are famous and these sarees were named after Uppada village. Handloom industry has retained the age old rich tradition of hand weaving in our country. Padmasali community is the major caste here engaged in the weaving of these wonderful sarees, which are very artistic, a blend of zari work is a add-on to give a charm to the saree. Proud to the state, Uppada Jamdani Sarees, gets geographical indication.
Venkatagiri Cotton and Silk Sarees ↗
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Venkatagiri is a small town situated in Nellore district, Andhra pradesh state, India. History of venkatagiri sarees dates back to 1700s, during the rule of Venkatagiri,
the masterweaver handcrafted these sarees, specially curated for queens, royal ladies and zamindaris. These sarees were purchased for such handsome amounts that the weavers could survive with that sum of money for almost a year until they got their next order. Exclusive designs were made by the weavers on special order for the upper class only.
Much of a boost and encouragement given to these sarees, by the Velugoti dynasty of
Nellore and also by the Bobbili and Pithapuram dynasties, back then.
Mangalagiri Cotton and Silk Sarees ↗
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Guntur Sarees ↗
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Each thread narrates of a story that weaves into a magical saree, red hot Guntur city lies on the south eastern side of Hyderabad in Guntur district of Indian, state of Andhra Pradesh. This city residents are referred as Gunturians, purest forms of the language can be heard here is Telugu(regional language). One can see largest Asian market for red chillies here, this place is main producer and renowned globally for exporting of most varieties of Chillies and chilli powder from India to countries like USA, UK, Latin America, Middle East, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and South Korea. Guntur sarees are known for finest cotton sarees, these sarees are worn by particularly in the coastal areas it's so simple and sober, which feels comfortable for everyday wearing. Main body of Guntur saree has single plain colors and patterns scattered here and there, with or without checks patterns and has small woven butis all over.
Narayanpet Sarees ↗
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This Beautiful small little town is renowned for exclusive splendid handloom silk and cotton sarees, Narayanpet in Mahbubnagar district, Telangana state, India. Primary source of income for people here is from weaving sarees. This charming place is extremely hot in summer and cold in winter. Since it's a business hub for sarees people known many regional languages such as Telugu, Kannada, Urdu, Marathi and of course English as well. Narayanpet sarees is known for its durability, affordability and lower maintenance. In this modern age of Indo-western twist and fast fashion outfits, Narayapet saree still remains classy.
Pochampally Sarees and Fabric ↗
Saturday' 13-Mar-2021Pochampally sarees are sheer delight for women!
Magnificent Pochampally saree is called by varies names such as Pogudubandhu or Pochampalli Ikat, is a saree crafted in Bhoodan Pochampally, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, Telangana State, India. Pochampally, the village was renamed to Bhoodan Pochampally. This small traditional handloom village magnificently showered and surrounded by hills, lush green fields, temples, Pochampally makes up for an exciting destination to spend one’s heart. This village is around 45Km away from Hyderabad.Telangana is one of the ancient Ikat weaving centers in India.Pochampally Ikat sarees was mainly popularized during 80's.Pochampally silk saree boasts of blending comfort and popularly known as tie and dye weave, one can see century old traditional looms here.
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Saree Tales :: Karnataka - Cotton and Silk Sarees
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Ilkal Silk Sarees ↗
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Molakalmuru Cotton and Silk Sarees ↗
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Molakalmuru is a village panchayat town in Chitradurga district,Karnataka state, India. Molakalmuru is best known for its hand-woven silk sarees of exquisite design and craftsmanship It is said Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV (Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar) during his visit to the place in 1914, he appreciated the finesse of these sarees. Molakalmuru sarees are available in silk and cotton. It has been granted geographical Indication tag, which add a extra credit to these sarees. The beautiful floral designs and the rich pallu make these sarees attractive and gorgeous. The long border sarees have a contrast border and the traditional touch is their specialty. The weaving is done mainly on pit looms with either fly shuttle or throw shuttle technique.
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In Indian textiles, the heirloom weaves were much given influential value, the deep understanding was to appreciate inherent skill which was passed several generations.
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I remember and recollect my childhood memories, I was just nutty about cotton sarees and fabrics, not only for comfort but for simplicity. I always love to be seamless in the crowd! My passion grew regardless of the age for hand-loom sarees, today I'm here to share one more simple weave from Karnataka called Patteda Anchu handloom cotton saree.
Mysore Silk Sarees from Government of Karnataka India ↗
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Traditional Molakalmuru Saree from Karnataka by Sarees are my passion ↗
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Living in the world of fast-moving fashion, where designer Ruffle Sarees takes a runway show stopper pace, I see the 'contrast' the traditional and the modern world. In India, especially when you focus on South India, Karnataka when we take a slice of the pie, the elder generation(mothers or grandmothers) still wear evergreen beauties like Ilkal, Udupi, Banhatti cotton sarees on a day to day bases, depending on the cultural belief system and comfort zone.
Ilkal Cotton and Silk Sarees ↗
Saturday' 13-Mar-2021Contemporary Ilkal sarees goes on a delightful weaves!
The most down to earth yet vibrant colors are seen in traditional attire of Ilkal, Ilkal is a small town, this town is located in the South-East part of Bagalkote district, Karnataka state, India. This place is very hot during the summers but has a pleasant weather during the winters. The language of communication here is Kannada. Ilkal was an ancient weaving centre and known for renowned handloom sarees. The main source of income comes from the 'Red granite' which is exported all around the world, while Ilkal sarees are secondary source of income for the people residing over there since generations. The availability of local raw materials helped in the growth of this saree.
