KANAKAVALLI : VARNA SUTRA

Varna Sutra : Alankaranam – Weave, Adorned

The beauty of the kanjivaram’s embellishment lies not only in the forms and motifs that adorn the silk, but also in the more subtle weave details and the complex techniques used to achieve them. W...

Varna Sutra : Samyukta - The Intrinsic Union

The kanjivaram sari is known for its bold geometry which emerges from its colour language as well as from its distinctive structure and layout. The weavers of Kanchipuram employ varied complex and...

Varna Sutra: Antar Anga - Checks & Stripes

In this edition of Varna Sutra we look at the patterns that make up the body of the sari, focusing on the kattam and vari (checks and stripes). The weavers of Tamil Nadu possess a skillful mastery...