Khadi, a national heritage weave, introduced by
Mahatma Gandhi, that has stood the test of time, is hand spun and hand woven
cloth. It is formed from raw materials such as cotton, silk or wool, hand spun
on a spinning wheel or ‘charaka’. Popular for the texture and weaving patterns,
Khadi Cotton Sarees appeal for the Fancy prints of block, batik and gold adorning them.
Introduced by Mahatma Gandhi in
1920 as part of the Swadeshi Movement, Khadi has many qualities worthy of a
good fabric.
The endearing qualities of
Khadi cottons
Khadi cottons offer resistance to
shrinking, acquire colour fastness, have quality of seamless finishing and make
fine blends. Unique, since it feels warm in winter and keeps the body cool in
summer, Khadi also has a distinctive attribute of acquiring shine after every
wash.
Indian fashion designers have
extolled the virtues of Khadi as compared to that of Egyptian cotton and linen.
It clothes well and follows contours of the body after a few washes. It also
has breathing quality, a self-texture, and blended with denim, wool, polyester
and silk has produced remarkable results.
The charm and appeal of the Khadi
cotton fabric lies in its ruffled and wavy look. Unlike pure cotton handlooms,
the material is starched and hence, does not crumple as easily.
Khadi availability
Khadi is available from different
parts of the country. Cotton Khadi is available from West Bengal, Andhra
Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Poly Khadi is from Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Established in 1956, the Khadi and
Village Industries Commission (KVIC), controls the production and marketing of
Khadi across the country. Today it has an estimated working strength of more
than 75 lakh people, associated with it in different ways.
The Special appeal of the
Unnati Khadi Cottons
A national heritage, hand spun,
hand woven khadi cotton fabrics are basically traditional weaves that have by
incorporating current day tastes gone trendy. You have two part tops and tunics
with plain and decorative designs, self-colour weaves with distinct stripes in
Neon coloured hues, designer landscapes with floral designs interspersed with
attractive bootis. In addition you have enhancements like stylish necks with
lovely thread work that are very captivating, contrast colour borders that
strikingly highlight the elegance, printed designs on borders that engage,
sleeves of different lengths. Khadi cotton Indian tunics & tops are a rage
in the world of fashion – stitched and unstitched apparel that have broken fresh
ground.
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