Which stitches is used in Chikankari?
What are the stitches employed in Chikankari?
- Herringbone stitch.
- Double back stitch.
- Running stitch, the most common stitch that is worked on the right side of the fabric.
- Stem stitch.
- Couched running stitch.
- Combination of buttonhole stitch and satin stitch.
How many stitches are there in chikankari embroidery?
There are 32 stitches of chikankari, which are broadly classified into Raised stitch, Embossed and Flat stitch and Open Trellis.
What thread is used for chikankari embroidery?
Cotton thread is traditionally used to create the design patterns over the cloth. Golden zari, silver zari, wool are the types of threads also used to do the Chikankari embroidery.
Why is Chikankari called so?
Chikankari is the embroidery work done with the white cotton thread on fine white cotton material. Chikankari is also called as shadow work. The word ‘Chikan’ is basically derived from Persian word ‘Chikeen’. In earlier days, the Chikankari embroidery is traditionally done on mulmul- fine muslin cotton.
How can you tell the difference between real and fake Chikankari?
* To find out whether the chikankari on your cloth is by machine or not, see the kind of embroidery the piece of art boasts of. If it is handcrafted, the cloth will have French knots, shadow stitch, criss cross embroidery, while in the machine made ones, you do not find these embroideries.
Why is chikankari so expensive?
It’s labour intensive and therefore expensive. Many shops these days have started fixing ready-made nets in the fabric in place of a handmade Jaali. It brings down the price and might appeal to some buyers but it’s not authentic Chikan.
What Colours are used in chikankari?
Chikankari: The Art Behind The Traditional Lucknowi Embroidery
| KNOW YOUR CRAFT: CHIKANKARI | |
|---|---|
| Technique | Hand Embroidery |
| Type of fabric | Originally on muslin, now on cotton, organza and silk |
| Colours | Initially a white-on-white embroidery, now available in a variety of colours |
| Motifs | Floral patterns, stems, butis and leaves |
What kind of stitching is used in chikankari?
The type of stitching used depends on the specialty of the region and the type and size of the motifs. Some of the most popular stitches in Lucknow chikankari include the backstitch, chain stitch and hemstitch. The result is an open work pattern, a jail (lace) or shadow work.
How much does a chikankari kurta cost in India?
The chikankari industry boasts of 2.5 lakh artisans, one of the biggest artisan clusters in India. A regular kurta or a pair of palazzo pants can cost you anything between Rs.1200 and Rs.5000.
What is the meaning of Chikan in embroidery?
Chikan, in the literal sense means ’embroidery’. This traditional embroidery style is one of Lucknow’s most ancient and well-known art forms, believed to be introduced by the Mughals. The simple and precise handwork on the garment, gives it a very subtle, classy feel that modern embroidery techniques lack.
Which is the center of Chikankari Art in India?
After the downfall of the Mughal Empire, chikankari artisans spread all over India, but Lucknow remained the main center, with Awadh a close second. Today, the 400-plus-year-old art form remains a global sensation.