The smooth and swishy Tussar Silk sarees

Tussar Silk Sarees, also known as ‘Kosa’ Silk Sarees, are made from silk obtained from several species of caterpillars, of the moth genus Antheraea. Known as ‘wild silk’, a name given because the silkworms breed on trees like Sal and Arjun found in the forests of Jharkhand. The raw silk has a deep golden colour and is of good texture. Tussar Silk staples are shorter and less expensive in comparison to that of cultivated silk because of the resulting quality of the produce from these silkworms in comparison to that from cultivated types. Tussar Silk is mainly found in India, in the states of Jharkhand, Chattisgarh, and Bhagalpur in Bihar, which is also famous as a commercial centre for the production of Tussar Silk sarees. Eastern parts of India like Orissa and West Bengal and a small portion of Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh also contribute to Tussar Silk production in India. Tribals in Jharkhand, for whom sericulture accounts as a major source of livelihood, and weavers of Bhagalpur, are skilled weavers of hand-woven Tussar Silk Sarees. Hand spun and coloured with vegetable dyes, the Tussar sarees they produce are eco-friendly.

The enchantment of Tussar silk sarees

The woven Tussar Silk Saree has a coarse texture, is light on the body, airy and has a comfortable feel about it. Hand-woven Tussar Silk Saris are well known for their texture, zari borders and motifs and the hand crafted designs that enrich them. The use of leftover silk from woven fabrics, are also used to create designs on the main fabric and is a by-product of the need for variation in the weaves.

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Tussar Sarees are fabrics used with most traditional varieties for the reason that they are workable weaves that come out fine, there is affinity to most colours be it organic or man-made, the adornments on the fine weaves accentuate the look of the saree very much. Unnati Silks has a wide and exclusive range of Tussar silk saris that are a creative combination of Tussar silks with the traditional artistry of other varieties. 

You have Tussar saris with the Odisha Patachitra known for their thematic scenes from the epics and folk tales on the designer pallus. There is the Warli painting with line art depictions in white on coloured backgrounds. You have modern art and abstract paintings on the smooth Tussar silk sarees that are good canvases. Jute Ghicha Tussars with eye-catching motifs, fine tribal art Kalamkari on Tussar silk saris, smooth and soft Banarasi handloom silks, creative applications of Bandhani, Pen Batik, fancy block prints, attractive adornments like Kantha embroidery, appliqués, Kundans, sequins, beads etc. make for other inspirational Tussar silk saree varieties available at Unnati. The use of Tussar silk saris ranges from wearing at occasions like grand weddings, parties, as bridal attire, to festivals, social functions, traditional pujas, and many others including casual wear.

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Hyderabad-500003. 

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Fine Silky tales of the Dupion Silk Sarees

The Dupion Silk Saree has a charismatic appeal in its unique pattern of weaving, with Nature guiding tradition on the design.       

Dupion is also known as Dupioni or Douppioni. Dupion Silk is one of the purest silks in its natural form. It is easily distinguished from other forms of silk by its inherent property of lumps or silk knots within the yarn fabric.

This happens when two silkworms in creating their own cocoons, spin them so close to each other that the yarn gets tangled up. The yarn of tangled fibres is taken up in the same form in making the silk thread. The spun thread is thick, coarse and has bumps and irregularities.

The inherent qualities of the Dupion Silk Saree makes it suitable for dyeing the yarn to any colour, is  comparatively easy to sew, and is highly wrinkle-resistant. The creases on the fabric form so well that it assumes a crisp and neat look. The uneven weave with nubs (lumps of yarn) showing at regular intervals form an unconscious pattern indicative of an underlying design.

Dupion silk does not have stretch ability hence measurements would have to be exact before cutting out patterns. Also, the texture is not as fine as other silks and edges have a tendency of unravelling.

Double cocoons are usually reeled on the Charakha, or hand-spinning wheel. But the Dupion Reeling Machine has also been introduced and these days they are also used. Karnataka, is one of the main producers of this type of yarn.

The Dupion Silk Saree is woven with two threads apart from the nubs which create a shimmering effect when the fabric is viewed from certain angles.

Dupion Silk Sarees are low priced when compared to pure silk sarees. With adornments of pearls, beads, kundans and sequins they are much-preferred wear for wedding ceremonies.

Exclusive Dupion Silks with Bagru block prints, woven in the Bandhani tie-dye style are most fascinating. The Fancy Dupion Silk Saree having embroidered patch borders is also most charming.

Latest trends of block circle and diamond prints on the Dupion Silk Saree with printed border and designer pallu to match, is definitely a fashion fabric for college parties, corporate conferences and traditional festivals.

 Zari buttis on the Dupion Silk sari have a resham border that render a beautiful sight. They are most suitable for wedding functions, as bridal attire and for social get-togethers.

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UNNATI SILK PRINTS PVT. LTD,

#3-4-360, Vajra Complex, 

General Bazar (Tobacco Bazar), 

M.G.Road, 

Hyderabad-500003. 

AP, India.

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Gadwal Sarees Online, Gadwal Cotton Silk Saris, Online Gadwal Handloom Sarees, Sarees in India

Gadwal is a small town in Telangana state, India, known for its fine pure cotton handlooms. Traditional weaves in cotton, with a lot of zari work on the saree, it elevates the appeal massively.

While the base of the Gadwal saree is cotton, there is a loosely attached silk border and the fabric is traditionally woven in the interlocked-weft technique, called Kupadam or Kuttu. Most of the Gadwal sarees have a rich border, a different pallu and gold or silver zari brocades. Hand crafted designs on pure gadwal cotton have traditional colours for these sarees as earth shades of brown, grey, and off-white. Of late the block printed Gadwal handloom cotton sari having intricate silk or golden zari border and elegant pallu, a combination of cotton and silk, is an image-booster for corporate offices, or a welcome change during festivals, traditional meetings and inaugural functions.

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There is a wide-ranging array of Gadwal Handloom cottons on display to buy online. There are fine count weaves in dark hues and earthy colour patterns of self-colour checks that sensationalize. The borders are very striking and luminous since there is a lot of zari work involved and the designer pallu or end piece is covered with stylish designs and attractive patterns with zari it gives a regal air to the offering. 

You can see some fine examples of the Gadwal handloom cottons with Unnati online. Unnati has a fine range of Gadwal Sico Sarees, sarees in a fine blend of cotton and silk. Gadwal Cotton sarees are woven in small checks with a rich silk and gold border and pallu. Gadwal silk sarees would have different colour horizontal weaving zari border and rich zari pallu. Some Sarees could have Plain body with contrasting border and elegant pallu. Sico sarees, have multiple variations of designs, patterns, borders and colours, with refreshing appeal. They are apt to wear to college, corporate office and would also be suitable for traditional occasions, weddings, bridal functions, festivals and parties.

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Unnatisilks, largest ethnic online Indian shop offers exquisite designer Gadwal Handloom Cotton sarees with matching blouse for sale.The Online shopping store has the widest range of ethnic Indian Sarees and Salwar Kameez. At Unnati Silks, you can buy online unique, fancy, exclusive collection of Traditional, Wedding, bridal attire, stylish, party, trendy fashion, formal, corporate, office, daily casual saris in silk, cotton, sico, art silk georgette, chiffon, dupion, tussar, organza, crepe, gicha, jute and other fabric varieties at attractive prices. 

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UNNATI SILK PRINTS PVT. LTD,

#3-4-360, Vajra Complex, 

General Bazar (Tobacco Bazar), 

M.G.Road, 

Hyderabad-500003. 

AP, India.

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Rasipuram sarees - fusion fabrics of modern taste and ethnic style

The Rasipuram Silk saree is a handloom weave of traditional excellence.Today with the changing tastes of the market, it also brilliantly incorporates trendy patterns and designs in its offerings. 

Rasipuram, a town in Namakkal district of TamilNadu, India, once known as Raajapuram,  is famous for its Rasipuram Silk Sarees. 

The Rasipuram Silks are known for their fast colours, durability and comparatively light weight. Motifs that adorn the fabric have been inspired by traditional architecture, geometrical patterns and nature. Fancy designs and beautiful embroidery work on the borders and pallu further enhance the appeal.  

The count of a fabric or the number of threads in a square inch of warp and weft determines the fineness - more the threads, finer the Saree. The count or fineness of a Rasipuram saree is quite high with somewhere between 5000 and 6000 threads per inch being considered. The width of the saree comes to 51 inches. A traditional heritage involving all family members, Rasipuram Silks are extremely fine hand-woven Sarees which, with full-fledged efforts, take between 4 to 8 days to weave.

The Rasipuram Silk Saree is available in delightful variations of patterns, motifs, border and pallu adornments such as patch, embroidery, multi-colour threads. Colour combinations and contrasts contribute in enriching the aesthetic appeal.

Printed mango booties adorning the hand-loom woven Rasipuram Silk Sari is a beautiful sight, exquisite and elegant, making it apt for corporate wear, social gatherings, functions and grand parties.

The Plain Rasipuram Saree woven with temple border is more traditional and would be quite suitable for social occasions, ceremonies and religious functions.

Multi thread embroidery, kundans and sequins work decorating this southern hand-loom silk sari is quite fancy and grand. Gorgeous and eye-catching, it is highly preferred wear for festive   occasions, corporate functions and special invites.

The process of making a Rasipuram Silk Saree is in stages, with care taken at every stage.

Yarn is put in boiling water at very high temperature. After the degumming or separation of gummy  substance, the dyeing colour mixed in it. Stirring the yarn ensures uniform colouring. The temperature is kept high for good adhesion of colour. Colour specifications, are generally, by the designer, unless otherwise specified in the custom order. Spinning the yarn after drying in shade (direct sun would affect the colour of the yarn), coloured threads are prepared.

The Rasipuram Silk Saree is woven on simple wooden pit looms, where the weaver is at floor level. This simple loom of Rasipuram is made up of wood and is fixed in the floor. The Rasipuram weaver has to sit on the floor and operate the pedal in the pit. Designs are woven through pre-drawn designs which are card punched and fitted in the Jacquard arrangement, which monitors the weft weave for the same.

The thread which is arranged on the warp (pavvu) is meant to weave 6 silk sarees. Weaving a pavvu could take close to one and a half months. Remuneration is moderate to average considering the effort that goes into the making of the saree.

The high cost of silk yarn, lack of subsidies, govt. apathy evident through existing policies and poor market response had once caused a rapid decline in the making of these traditional offerings with weavers opting to move to power looms and even other professions too. Cotton versions of the Rasipuram saree also flourished as a cheaper alternative to a fine tradition. 

The continued efforts by the Tamil Nadu Handloom Weavers’ Co-operative Society Ltd.(also known as Co-optex) , has rejuvenated a fine traditional art that had seen bad times in recent years.  Mechanical pedal looms provided in pilot districts, training skills arranged for weavers in jacquard looms, revival of hand-woven embroidery, providing for markets for these traditional sarees and ensuring decent remuneration to the weavers are some of the heart-warming initiatives brought about by it.  

The Rasipuram is back now to have its place in the sun as a traditional handloom saree par excellence. 

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UNNATI SILK PRINTS PVT. LTD,

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General Bazar (Tobacco Bazar), 

M.G.Road, 

Hyderabad-500003. 

AP, India.

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Chettinad Sarees, Online Chettinadu Handloom Cotton Saris Online, Unnati Silks

Chettinad, or Chettinadu in Tamil Nadu, India has contributed to the Indian cultural scene through its famed Chettinad style of cooking and the unique Chettinad sarees. The distinguishing features of the Chettinad sari are its seemingly heavy look and the striking colours that are achieved through a deft combination of stripes, checks and colour contrasts. The heaviness is attributed to the historical fact that the saree was worn without other accompaniments and in a different way from what is prevalent today. The saree was also said to be of shorter length than the conventional one, exposing the anklet portion of the wearers. The modern Chettinadu cotton sarees still maintain rudiments of the original version, but have been suitably modified to meet current day needs of the saree-wearers. With the base cotton fabric material and the hallmarks of thickness and huge ‘kandanghi’ borders are merged with trendy colourful designs and embroidery to create the elegant 'Chettinad magic'.

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The general feature of the Handloom Chettinad cotton sarees has dark backgrounds with plain to lightly adorned motifs. Additionally beautiful naksi borders with floral designs and designer pallu or end piece with fascinating mango bootis in multi-colour thread work or shiny golden zari elevate the appeal of the Chettinadu cotton saree. There is another range of pastels, simple plain and unadorned but with evident self coloured checks weave and a dark contrast border. Current fashion sees geometrical patterns printed on the cotton base and a zari border and colourful pallu, giving that refreshing change for both traditional occasions and formal trendy corporate wear. The silk saree with printed checks, embellished with mirrors and sequins is that eye-catcher to be worn for special occasions, as at parties, high-profile weddings or even at special invitations.

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Unnatisilks, largest ethnic online Indian shop offers exquisite designer Chettinad Cotton sarees with matching blouse for sale. The Online shopping store has the widest range of ethnic Indian Sarees and Salwar Kameez. At Unnati Silks, you can buy online unique, fancy, exclusive collection of Traditional, Wedding, bridal attire, stylish, party, trendy fashion, formal, corporate, office, daily casual saris in silk, cotton, sico, art silk georgette, chiffon, dupion, tussar, organza, crepe, gicha, jute and other fabric varieties at attractive prices.

You can purchase online at Unnati silks and the products will be dispatched within 24 working hours of placing the order. We have free shipping and Cash on Delivery (COD) facility for Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Ernakulam, Lucknow, Jaipur, Patna, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh and many other Indian cities. We also do Worldwide express shipping to countries like UK in cities like London, Leicester, Canada in cities like Ottawa, Quebec, USA in cities like New York, Washington, Los Angeles, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, South Africa, Seychelles, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, Suriname, Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Dubai, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Myanmar, Mauritius, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, and Bhutan, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Lucia and many more.

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Hyderabad-500003. 

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Sensational Muga silk salwar kameez from Assam

Salwar kameez is one of the traditional attire of women in most parts of India. Assam is located in North East part of India. Assam is a largest and old industry in Handloom weaving. Assam handlooms weaving the both silk and cotton fabrics. Assam silk have the delicate texture, with dainty designs and natural colors. Zari work or multi colored threads woven in these fabrics give a rich and elegant appearance.

Assam silks has made from Muga silk, Pat silk and Eri or Endi silk. Muga is the golden silk fiber mostly found in Assam only. Muga silk produced for their glossy fine texture and durability.

Pat silk and Eri silk is commonly found in Assam. Pat is a mulberry silk which is available in small quantity. This silk has the brilliant white or off white in color. Endi silk is yellowish in color and they have rough and smooth varieties.

The Assam silk salwar kameez designed with different motifs like animals, birds, flowers with different patterns and vibrant colors. The borders are designed with zari, Resham, patch work, multi color thread embroidery and floral prints.

The unstitched Assam silk dress materials designed with trendy floral block prints, tribal art prints with zari, patch work, embroidery work, floral printed woven borders kameez and plain or printed salwars and matching dupatta, it is perfectly suitable for parties, traditional occasions, social events and corporate wear.

The unstitched Assam silk salwar kameez are designed with floral embroidery patch motifs, zari bootis, embroidery work with floral zari, nakshi, patch, embroidery borders kameez and plain, embroidery work or printed salwars with matching designer dupatta, apt for weddings, parties, traditional and festive occasions.

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Unnatisilks, the largest ethnic online Indian shop offers exquisite designer Assam silk salwar kameez for online sale. Our Online shopping store has the widest range of rich Indian Sarees and Salwar kameez.

At Unnati Silks, you can buy unique, exclusive collection at affordable price. Unnati has a unique range of fusion saris and salwar kameez where trending designs, patterns and colors have been incorporated in traditional styles of fabric manufacturers, and available in retail and wholesale. You can purchase online at Unnati silks and the products will be dispatched within 24 working hours of placing the order. We have free shipping and Cash on Delivery (COD) facility for Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Ernakulum, Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Patna, Jaipur and many other Indian cities. We also do Worldwide express shipping to countries like Australia, United States Of America(USA), United Kingdom (UK), United Arab Emirates(UAE), Australia, United States of America (USA), Adelaide, Black Town, Brisbane, Gold coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Alabama, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Barking, Birmingham, Leicester, London, Manchester, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mauritius, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Singapore, South Africa, South America, Sri Lanka and Sweden.

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Hyderabad-500003. 

AP, India.

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The extraordinary traditional skill of Dabu Printing

Dabu Printing is an age old ethnic tradition that has stood the test of time as a unique way of dyeing and printing. Practised mostly in Rajasthan, it has churned out extraordinary fabrics of brilliant colours and mind-blowing designs that have left modern pundits dumbstruck.

The seemingly ordinary process of Dabu Printing

Dabu printing is a unique art form. This mud-resist hand-block printing is practiced mostly in the state of Rajasthan, India. Cotton is received in large bundles for dyeing and printing. Based on the order, the bundles are opened out and different sizes are measured and cut based on the fabric. Sarees would have 7 metres, dupattas 2.5 metres and so on. Each fabric is pre-washed and soaked for about 24 hours to remove starch, oil, dust, or any other contaminants which could prevent proper dyeing and printing. Then the fabric is block printed with dabu, and laid to dry in the sun. Once the mud is dry, the fabric is immersed in a dye, and again laid to dry in the sun. The process could sometimes be repeated for repeated dabu printing on top of the dyed fabric to create further layers of resist and again dye it in darker shades of the dye. Finally the fabric is washed to remove all traces of the dabu mud, revealing the resist area to be the original colour. The fabric is again dried in the sun and is ready to be packaged and sold.

Dabu Prints – an eco-friendly tradition

Dabu printed sarees undergo a rigorous process that involves a lot of not so easily available and costly natural dyes and vegetable pastes. Printed motifs like boota (corn stalk), surajmukhi or sunflower, animals and geometrical patterns are popular subjects. Pure cotton, pure silk, chiffon, crepe, georgette and super net saris are the different fabrics that have good results with Dabu prints.

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Unnatisilks has experimented with dabu prints mainly on handloom cottons of specific varieties since Dabu Prints produce astounding results on cotton handlooms. Take the Rajasthani cotton handlooms. Earthy and dark hues with pleasantly attractive floral patterns adorn these Dabu Prints sarees. There are the Venkatagiri cotton handlooms in dark shades that have stripes design, a lot of striking geometrical patterns like the zigzag pattern, huge floral bootis and designer pallus. There are also the lighter shades that have plenty of fresh floral and checks patterns as Dabu Prints with mesmerizing designer pallus. There are other cotton handloom varieties also that feature Dabu prints.

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Unnati Silks, largest ethnic Indian shop online provides offers for you to buy online Dabu prints saris with matching blouse for sale. Online shopping store with the widest range of ethnic Indian Sarees and Salwar Kameez. At Unnati Silks, you can buy Dabu Print sari online from the exclusive range of saris - a unique, fancy, exclusive collection of Traditional, Wedding, bridal attire, stylish, party, trendy fashion, formal, corporate, office, daily casual saris in silk, cotton, sico, art silk georgette, chiffon, dupion, tussar, organza, crepe, gicha, jute and other fabric varieties at attractive prices. You can buy Dabu prints sarees online at Unnati silks and products will be dispatched within 24 working hours of placing the order. We have free shipping and Cash on Delivery (COD) facility for Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bhopal, Indore, Lucknow, Jaipur, Patna, Bhubaneshwar, Dispur, Itanagar, Kohima, Chandigarh , Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jullundur, Ernakulam and many other Indian cities and towns. We also do Worldwide fast shipping or express shipping to countries like UK, Canada, USA, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, South Africa, Seychelles, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, Suriname, Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Dubai, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Myanmar, Mauritius, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Lucia and many more.

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UNNATI SILK PRINTS PVT. LTD,

#3-4-360, Vajra Complex, 

General Bazar (Tobacco Bazar), 

M.G.Road, 

Hyderabad-500003. 

AP, India.

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