HISTORY OF BANDHANI


HISTORY:-


The Indian style of knitting and weaving developed by the Khatri community of Gujarat in India begins with the Indus Valley Civilization The printing process was mentioned in the 7th century AD. It is found in the historical book - Harshacharita of Banbhat This biography refers to the marriage of Rajyashree, the sister of King Harsha, and describes the tie-dying of the bride’s shawl. The earliest appearances can be seen in fifth-century wall paintings and Ajanta cave paintings depicting women wearing bodices and portraits.


POPULARITY:-

Bandhani, one of the traditional Indian tie-dye techniques that have gained international attention, is native to Gujarat and Rajasthan. The most popular places that host Bandhani are Gujarat, Rajasthan, Sindh, Punjab and Tamil Nadu where it is known as Sungudi. Gujarat is home to the popular bandhani fabric called Chola or Gharcholu, the traditional Hindu bride's linen, which is now available in the form of sarees worn in fine weather. The term "chunari" is generally used to refer to a pattern of dots made of fine thread. Since the headscarf is used as a barrier, Chunari is also the name of the garment worn by women in Rajasthan. Bandhani prints are often seen in menswear from Rajasthan.


TECHNIQUE:-

The name comes from the word "bind" which means "to bind" when different parts of the fabric are separated with nails, which are then tied around a pebble/grain and then dipped into the dye (light colors first, then dark colors later), forming small clumps. Once the paint is completely dry, the knots open up to reveal beautiful patterns and geometric patterns made up of dotted lines.


DESIGN - COLOUR, MOTIFS, AND FABRIC:-

The background colors chosen for most Indian ties and dyes are bright and cheerful like green, red, pink, purple, yellow, and blue in various shades and hues. However, the print can be adapted to any color.
Regarded for its fine resilient dots and intricate design, this tie and dye technique includes patterns such as dots, stripes, waves or squares, and diamonds. Other motifs outlined with small dots are animal and human figures, flowers, plants, and trees.
Traditionally, Indian ties and dyes are made of silk, cotton, and wool. But various materials are also used, such as cotton silk, chiffon, georgette, and various other fabrics, which create a beautiful display of colors in the fabric.

The Product range varies from odhani, sarees, and shawls to stitched garments like kurtas, and skirts.



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