In the world of textile craftsmanship, Ari embroidery holds a special place for its delicate finesse, precision, and timeless charm. This traditional Indian embroidery technique, used for centuries to embellish fine fabrics, blends heritage and artistry, turning simple textiles into exquisite works of art.
What is Ari embroidery?
Ari embroidery is a hand embroidery technique performed with a hooked needle known as the Ari needle. This tool enables artisans to create intricate chain stitches with remarkable speed and precision, allowing for the development of detailed and elaborate designs. The technique is commonly used to adorn silk, wool, and velvet fabrics with threads made of silk, wool, cotton, and even metallic gold and silver threads.
The Ari embroidery process
- Fabric preparation – The fabric is stretched onto a frame to ensure stability during embroidery.
- Design sketching – Artisans either hand-draw the desired pattern onto the fabric or transfer it using a tracing technique.
- Ari needle embroidery – The Ari needle is used to create continuous chain stitches, forming intricate details and elaborate motifs.
Each hand-embroidered piece is unique, a testament to an ancient craft passed down through generations.
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