For centuries embroidery has been an expression of personality. Over the years, working with needle and thread has been, by far, the most enduring form of personal expression; adorning cloth, piecing it together, adding strength and embellishment. In India, embroidery patterns can be so distinct that a child can recognize someone from their village just by the stitch-work on their clothing.
THE EMBROIDERERS OF KACHCHH
The proud stitch-heritage of the Kachchh region shows in every thread of these embroideries. Many ethnic groups are famous for their needlework: Node, Sodha Rajput, Meghwar, Ahir, Dhanetah Jat, Kachchhi Rabari, Dhebaria Rabari, Mutwa, Sindhi Memon. Each group has a traditional repertoire of figure and motif. These embroideries bring the richness of desert cultures into your hands — heirlooms for the future.
