Tools and Raw Materials

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Traditional Craft of Block Printing and Dyeing

Tools that are used to carry out ajrakh block printing:

• Fabric: Cotton cloth is used mostly as the dye sits firm. Silk is also introduced lately.

• Hand-carved Blocks: Wooden blocks are carved with design patterns.

• Color Trays: Color trays are used to dab the block.

• Pins: Fabric is pinned to the printing platform with the help of pins.

• Printing Table: Fabric is spread on the printing table to begin with printing.

• Water Tank: It is used to wash fabric.

• Containers: They are used to steam fabric and dye.

• Natural Dyes: Jaggery, tamarind seeds, and turmeric are some of the natural ingredients that are used.

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