Mirror Key Chain - Bijapur
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Required shape of mirror is sewed on a desired color fabric.
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Mirrors are then embroidered with required pattern and thread.
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Embroidered mirrors are cut out from the fabric and the excess fabric is stitched behind the mirror.
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Two embroidered mirrors are attached together each facing opposite directions.
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Beads are stitched which decorates the joined area.
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Different colors of beads are stitched intricately to the mirrors.
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Embroidered mirror with beads is ready for the key chain.
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Key chain is then attached to the embroidered mirror at the end with a thread.
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Process of a mirror transforming into an embroidered mirror key chain.
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Mirror key chain is embellished with colorful beads.
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Illustration of a diamond shaped decorative key chain.
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Square shaped embroidered mirror key chain.
Mirrors are versatile and are used in our everyday life. Mirror key chain making was inspired by the mirror work of the Lambani/ Banjara community. Banjara also known as Lambani is one of the people from the Gypsy community. Embroidery is an essential part of the traditional costumes of the nomadic Banjara community.
As mirror work on their dresses reflected and brought a glitter effect to their dress material, hence they are specially made for their daughters for their wedding. They have adopted the same technique in another manner like making key chains of various sizes and shapes. Key chains are generally small chains made from plastic, or metal that attach a small item to the key ring. The different coloured pattern key chains helps an individual in recognizing different keys used within a house or organization.
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