Sambalpuri Cotton Saree

Exclusive Handwoven Sambalpuri cotton saree.Body Black base which displays Traditional Tribal life, Forest life & Border Red base with Rudraksha Dobby & pallu Red base with Traditional Ikat design, with blouse piece.weight(gm)-600,DIMENSIONS-6.20 *1.18 mt.These sarees are not only a piece of clothing but also a canvas that displays the rich cultural heritage of Odisha. The tie-dye technique used in Sambalpuri sarees involves tying the warp and weft threads according to the desired patterns before dyeing, creating designs that are reflected almost identically on both sides of the fabric. This process ensures that once the fabric is dyed, it cannot be bleached into another color.Sambalpuri sarees gained popularity across India in the 1980s and 1990s, especially after the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi started wearing them. To protect the weavers’ art, the handloom silk sarees manufactured in Sambalpur and Berhampur in Odisha were included in the Government of India’s Geographical Indications (GI) registry.The patterns are usually symmetric, showcasing the precision and skill of the weavers. While maintaining traditional techniques, modern Sambalpuri sarees may feature contemporary designs and patterns to appeal to a broader audience.Creating a Sambalpuri saree is labor-intensive and time-consuming, often taking weeks to months to complete a single saree, depending on the complexity of the design.