Handwoven Ikat cotton fabric from the Manasa Handlooms.
Yadhagiri Gajam is a master weaver and entrepreneur from Puttapaka in the State of Telangana. He started Manasa Handlooms in 2012 with an objective to provide sustainable livelihood to weavers and also provide market linkages. There are 25 weavers working with him today weaving Ikat fabrics and dupattas in silks and cottons.
Puttapaka is a village famous for the tie and dye technique of dying yarns before weaving into Ikat fabric. This technique requires tremendous designing and technical skills. The weavers at Manasa are weaving contemporary designs in the traditional style creating original and exclusive designs
Suitable for: tops, blouses, lined dresses and skirts
Fabric composition: 100% cotton
Fabric width: 112cm
Weight: medium
Stretch: none
Care: Always pre-wash your fabric before starting your sewing project.
Wash separately in cold water with mild detergent
Do not squeeze or wring
Dry in shade
Minor irregularities are expected in handlooms and makes each piece individual.
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