Collection: Kalamkari

The word "Kalamkari" is derived from "kalam" meaning pen and "karya" meaning work. Skilled artisans use natural dyes and intricate hand-painted or block-printed techniques to create motifs, patterns, and narratives on the fabric. These motifs often depict mythological scenes, flora, fauna, and geometrical patterns.

Kalamkari sarees are traditionally dyed using natural materials such as indigo, madder root, turmeric, and various plant extracts. The use of natural dyes gives the sarees a unique color palette of soothing earthy tones.

To make Handblock Kalamkari, intricate designs are first hand-carved onto wooden blocks, which are then used to apply the dyes onto the fabric. The combination of Kalamkari style and handblock printing results in a distinct visual appeal of handblock kalamkari.