Techniques
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Every Ozravé piece begins with a technique. How each one is made, how to recognise good work, and how to care for it.
Zardozi
ज़रदोज़ीRaised embroidery in metallic thread, wire, sequins and pearls.
Gota patti
गोटा पट्टीMetallic ribbon folded and stitched into shapes on fabric.
Chikankari
चिकनकारीFine white-on-white shadow and knot stitching.
Aari work
आरीChain-stitch embroidery worked with a hooked needle.
Mukaish
मुकैशTiny metal wire dots that glint like scattered starlight.
Mirror work
शीशा कढ़ाईSmall mirrors held by hand stitching, flashing with movement.
Resham embroidery
रेशम कढ़ाईSilk-thread embroidery in rich colour.
Dabka and nakshi
दबका और नक़्शीCoiled and spring-like metallic wire, sewn as raised line work.
Brocade weaving
ब्रोकेड बुनाईA woven cloth with raised patterns formed by extra threads.
Bandhani
बांधणीTie-dye of thousands of tiny knots, forming dots of colour.
Phulkari
फुलकारीFlower work in silk floss, stitched from the reverse side.
Hand block printing
हाथ की छपाईPatterns stamped by hand with carved wooden blocks.