Design Gallery
Karvat Kathi Saree Weaving on Pitloom
Saw-edged Saree
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Artisan rotating a spinning wheel to produce the yarn for weaving.
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Artisan preparing warped loom for wefting the saree.
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Weight holders are hung at the corner of the warped silk for a strong and sturdy hold.
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A black colour thread is inserted through the gaps of the border to create a design.
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The shuttles are passed from one end to the other end of the loom through the borders of the warped sheet.
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Shaft frame holding warp threads move upside down to create the desired pattern.
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Artisan changing the pattern by shifting the punch cards from the Jacquard machine.
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Artisan measuring the corners of the border with a wooden measurement tool.
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Again shuttle is inserted from one corner to another for the next line of design.
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Artisan covering the shaft frame to complete another line on the warp sheet.
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Artisan smoothing the border of the saree using a wax ball.
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A glimpse of an aesthetically completed Tassar Karvat Kathi saree.
The Karvat Kathi sarees and fabrics curated in Maharashtra originated in the Vidarbha region of the state, which is now an indispensable part of their culture and livelihood. This unique style is auspicious wear for various religious occasions like marriage, Diwali, baby shower celebration, etc. Tassar cocoon is a type of silk widely used in the making of Karvat Kathi saree.
The temple designs throughout the borders produced in various sizes are what make this style stand out from other weaving styles. Under the instructions of Mr. Y. K. Suryavanshi, Deputy Director at Nagpur-based Weavers Service Center, senior artisans like Mr. Pasan Shetty, Mr. Gajanan Dhekate, and many others employed at the center create this aesthetically upfront piece of art. They supply their produce to various state-owned handloom showrooms like Indrayani, a center run by the Government of Maharashtra.
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