Satin Flower Buds - Goa
Goa is a small state on the western coast of India. Though the smallest Indian state, Goa has played an influential role in Indian history. Known for its spritzing beaches and mind-boggling nightlife, Goa has a long history etched on the timeworn monuments and tropical spices of Southern and Portuguese Cuisines. Goa had always been one of the major trade centers in India. It attracted many dynasties, seafarers, merchants, traders, monks, and missionaries since its earliest known history. Goa has undergone a continual transformation. It is much influenced by Portuguese culture. Goan handicrafts are known world-wide. One cannot return without having some crafts of Goa as a souvenir. Artificial flowers, potli bags, designer candles, seashell crafts, and satin flower buds are few handicrafts from this state.
Satin is a type of fabric material. It has a smooth and shiny surface. It was originated in the Middle Age. Earlier it was very expensive as it was made out of silk. Only rich people could able to afford to wear satin clothes. It is commonly used in apparel like women’s nightgowns, lingerie, evening gowns, and in men’s boxer shorts and briefs. The fabric is much durable that it is used for making sports outfits. Daily apparel like shirts, ties, scarves, and blouses are made using satin. Many accessories like purses, clutches, and shoes are being made out of the rich Satin fabric. It has gained popularity over the centuries and has become more affordable due to the innovative manufacturing of the fabric. Light-weight, flexible, and better draping characteristics make it useful for making craft and decorative items. One such decorative thing has been made by Ms. Devika Kalgutkar from Panjim, Goa, who shows us how to make flower buds out of satin cloth, which is used as a decorative item in the household.
