Chennai Hosts Crafts Council of India’s Tari-The Loom Showcase on March 7 and 8

Saris by Vidhi | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

The length and breadth of the country is home to a plethora of textiles; All indicative of a range of craftsmanship and skill. This has taken centers in the crafts Council of India’s (CCI) Showcases in Chennai over the last two decades.

Tari – The Loom, The Summer Showcase This Weekend Organized by the cci will have saris, kurtas, dupattas and yardage from looms account the country. The saris at this showcase include jamdani, brocade, patola, chanderi and chakankari.

“Saris are the single most versatile piece of unstitched fabric. It is the mainstay of our handloom industry. As the late textile revivalist martand singh said, as long as that unstitched fabric remains in abundance and usage, all is well, “Says Bela Mistry Khaleeli, Vice Chairperson, Cci.

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Ikat by Erisri | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

CCI, She Says, Has Been Interacting with Artisans to Revive and Revitalise Saris. “We aim to brings together a number of different weaves from across the country, and also promote it among young youth people. The more people take to wear

At Tari this year, 31 collections will be showcased by artisans with a focus on sustainability and the use of eco-friendly processes. Jeenu Panika, A Young 25-YEAR-old Wever and Designer Who Dabbles in Tribal Weaves from Kotpad has a Sari Collection with Unique Woven Motifs, Natural Colors and Craftsmanship. Benaras Saris Created by Award-Winning Weavers who have revived the Jamdani style of weaving Tussar Silk Saris with Designs Inspired by Tribal Tattoo Art Crafted from Natural Fibres and Hand Spun Yarn. Among the other designers and brands participating are Vimor, Nadiya Paar, Kosala, Rajni, Sankari Boutique, Woven Collections, and Erisri Ahimsa Silks.

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The Tari Showcase will be focrated on an amalgamation of India’s artisanal skills through summer centric textles, Says Jayasri Samyukta, Executive Committee Member, CCI.

“People in Chennai Love Seeking out Handmade, Artisanal Textiles. This is an opportunity for anyone who appreciates India’s indigenous crafts to meet the makers, “She says. Artisans, Jayasri Says, Always have something unique to share. “Interactions with Them Provide a Valuable Insight Into Their Craft, and Personal Stories of the Journey of how it came to be,” She adds.

Tari ,The Loom by Crafts Council of India will be help on March 7 and 8 from 10am to 7pm at welcomhotel by itc (formerly known as chola sheraton), Cathedral Road.