Rajasthani Textiles

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I’ve been doing a bit of research into traditional textiles lately and I’ve come across a textile that I find interesting but have not been able to find much information other than learning that it is originally from Rajasthan.

Does anyone know what this type of tie dye-esque type of print/fabric is called? Any information would be appreciated. :blush:



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This is called “bandhni” or “chundri”. It’s a type of tye dye technique that is also popular in Gujarat, India, and the Kutchi community. It can be done on pure silk or cotton.

In Pakistan, it’s a very popular choice for mehndi & mayoun dresses.

My gujju friends in college once told me that in India, certain colors are used to signify things like red bandhani is for brides obviously etc.

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looks like chunari. let me confirm from my sister

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In Pakistan that’s known as chunri, or tie-and-dye. Like khatti said it’s very popular for mehndi, but it’s not restricted to it. Usually the dupattas are left as it is, like this http://www.dostpakistan.pk/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/chunri-shafoon-casual.jpg but for shirts the cloth is ironed post dyeing and drying in order to get a better cut.

Edit: Good ol’ GS. Already has an entire thread with loads of beautiful examples of chunri http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/559398-chundari-mehndi-dresses-and-bridals.html

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Now these pics reminds me all Thaaro Maaro songs

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Thanks to this post, now I’m able to understand one of Shaikh Ayaz’s famous poem on ‘Karo Kari’. So this Bandhni turns ‘baandnani’ in Thar.

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^Thanks everyone! :slight_smile:

Interestingly, the I first saw of this type of print was at an Indian wedding. The bride’s saree was in this fabric and quite pretty. It was similar to the third image I posted but more ornate. I thought it was pretty and different from the traditional solid red and gold colours.

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What is chunri?

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Explained above.

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I was thinking chundri and chunri two different type… :sid:

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Chunri is dupatta when talk here in Karachi. But its a tradition clothes when it is referred in dessert areas of Thar and Rajhisthan