A to Z Challenge 2017
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Leheriya Once upon a time I had three leheriyas in my cupboard. My favourite was a brilliant pink known as Rani Pink ( fuschia ) . Alas! I don’t have a single Leheriya in my cupboard right now. The only Textile Tradition I can think of for L is Leheriya . The word translates to waves Read more
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Today I am focusing on two traditions from the South. One tradition is elaborate and colourful . It has mythological characters drawn with strong strokes. And the other is a simple , creamy, white cotton with burnished gold. Kalamkari For many years I had this beautiful Kalamkari hanging on my wall. I could spend hours Read more
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Jewel tones Long before the words Jewel Tones appeared in the fashionista lexicon, they’ve been part of our the Indian Textile Tradition. The strong colours of ruby red , amethyst , citrine , sapphire and topaz have been popular in colour palette.They perfectly complement our Indian complexions, bringing out the best in our colour tones. Read more
Twenty- five Seven 