Sarees of India – “Innovating Tradition” at Third Floor, Rajiv Gandhi Handicrafts Bhawan, Baba Kharak Singh Marg > 11am-7:30pm on 4th, 5th & 6th September 2014

Time : 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

Entry : Free

Venue : Third Floor, Rajiv Gandhi Handicrafts Bhawan, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi- 110001
Venue Info : Map | Nearest Metro Stations -  'Shivaji Stadium(Orange Line)' & 'Rajiv Chowk (Yellow Line and Blue Line)' 

Event Description : Sarees of India – “Innovating Tradition”, is a three-day exhibition that brings together a stunning collection of hand woven sarees from across the country. This annual exhibition is organized by the Delhi Crafts Council [DCC] and focuses on novel techniques and new ideas re-inventing the traditional weaves and prints. This annual event is a one of a kind exhibition aimed at showcasing sarees to promote the heritage, culture and revival of the ultimate unstitched garment.

The participants have created a collection of sarees that embody the true essence of handloom textiles and combined it with contemporary design elements resulting in unique and stunning weaves for this exhibition.  There are 20 participants bringing numerous types of sarees in traditional Indian weaves to the event. The range of textiles includes Chanderi, Chikankari, Linen, Khadi, South Indian Weaves, Prints, Kantha, Bandhani, Ikat, Tussar Weaves, Venkatgiri , Bandhani  and Uppad.

Designers Sarita & Sarika bring forth Karomi, abrand synonymous with hand-crafted and hand-made textiles, specializing in hand-loom weaving, hand-block printing, hand embroideries, stitching and combined techniques.

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