TRIBAL TALE VII – LAMBANI EMBROIDERY ON PURE ilkal COTTON SAREE

When we started our textile journey through Bindi, little did we know that we would come across hidden treasures from all across our country. More we met people from various communities, more we felt passionate about exploring their unique fabric story. We were astonished to see how the nomadic cattle herders and migrants of North Karnataka, can have such an extravagant usage of colors everywhere in their costumes , their ornaments and even in their homes, which beautifully stark a contrast with their minimalistic dwelling. The Lambanis, are great inspiration for us… an immense source of happiness. They show us neither grey hair nor wrinkles can diminish our love for some splashes of bright colors. We loved showcasing them for you, hope to send the love back to their creators!!

Lambani hand embroidery on pure ilkal cotton saree with embroidered blouse piece