One of the traditional methods
of printing textiles in India
is the Tie and Dye. It is interesting
to note each pattern has a special
significance. Some of the noteworthy
patterns are chandokhni, shikhara,
barah baag, and bavan baag.
Origin
of Tie and Dye
If legends are to be believed
then tie and dye developed in
the State of Jaipur. However,
the common belief states that
it was brought to Kutch by Muslim
Khatris from Sindh.
Bandhani was introduced in
Jamnagar around 400 years ago
and today is a leading center
of Bandhani. The literary text
of the Harshacharita refers
to Bandhani. A bandhani garment
is considered lucky for the
bride.
Tie
and Dye Technique
First the cloth is bleached
and then folded into two or
either four layers based on
the thickness of the cloth.
Designer called Rangara marks
the layout of the pattern on
the material using wooden blocks
dipped in geru, a burnt sienna
color mixed with water. Then
a craftsman ties the cloth,
which is not to be dyed. The
folds of the material within
the small motif are lifted and
tied together. The folds of
the material within the small
motif are lifted and tied together.
Lipai technique is followed
in Rajasthan. |