Weaving is a process of textile production in which two discrete sets of yarns or threads are intertwined at right angles to form a fabric or cloth.  Weaving yarn is used in loom weaving and tends to be more long-lasting than knitting yarn. Weavers typically use for weaving rugs and tapestries rather than garments because it is more solid and not as soft as knitting yarn. Traditionally, this yarn was made of animal fur or wool, but modern yarn can also be made of cotton, synthetic fibers, and blends. Knitting Someone who makes garments (or fabrics) by intertwining ya ..read more

6 South Indian Sarees You Must Know South India is the birthplace of one of the most beautiful weaves in India. Every Indian woman across the world can’t skip this saree. South Indians carry rich culture and discipline with them. In maximum cases, these sarees are draped either in a wedding ceremony or a festival or the most important occasion. So take a look at those 6 south Indian sarees.   Kanchipuram Kanchipuram is a region located in Tamilnadu, India. So the silk which is woven here is called Kanchipuram silk. It is also known as Conjeevaram/ Kanjeevaram/ Kanjiwaram ..read more

Bandhini or Bandhej Embroidery The word Bandhani or Bandhini or Bandhej (Hindi: बांधानी) comes from Sanskrit word Bandha or Bandhana. It means to tie or to bind. It uses to create beautiful circular patterns on the fabrics. This Bandhini or Bandhej embroidery is used frequently in the textile design industry. The textile is decorated by plucking the cloth with the fingernails into many tiny bindings.  History It is an ancient art. The earliest references are found from 4000 B.C. In the Buddhist era, we can trace this art. We can also find this art in the 6th century in the Ajanta cave. E ..read more

Introduction Bengal has always been the epicenter of one of the finest techniques and patterns of weaving. It is famous not only in Bengal, but it has also gained worldwide recognition. Weaves of Bengal includes both Bangladesh (East Bengal) and West Bengal (India). I grew up in a traditional Bengali family. So from my childhood, I am used to with the sarees. Bengal sarees have so much variety that it is tough to distinguish among them. They often look similar from a distance. But a true Bengali woman can recognize the saree at first sight with the help of patterns, designs, and work. Here is ..read more

Introduction Mili’s is an Online Boutique by Mili. It’s an online exclusive platform where it is willing to offer you the finest of Indian handloom sarees. It aims to cater the best and provide the best so that customers need not to worry about the quality and price. This online boutique Mili’s is founded with the primary objective to deliver the authentic and quality handloom sarees to the customers with the best prices. The saree makes a woman beautiful and bold. It brings admiration and love. This attire can be draped on any occasion and in any purpose. My moto is to beg you drape sar ..read more

Introduction Organza is a light perfect fabric that was made from silk. However, the modern version of the fabric can be made not only with silk, but also polyester or nylon, or a combination of all three. Although the look and feel is like silk, it is much thinner and is made of a simple knit. Organza is known as a lightweight material as well as crisp and tight fabric, making it ideal for evening wear, wedding gowns, dresses, and underskirts. In addition to fashion, we also found use in interior design. Even though the style and the trends are changing, Organza is still popular and preferre ..read more

This saree is known as Bengal Handloom. It is usually used by Bengali women and traditionally formed in the Bengal territory including Bangladesh. Tant, Baluchuri, Jamdani, Muslin, Tant jamdani, Tussar, Binshnupur Katan Silk, etc belong to this class. These sarees are rich in hot and humid weather. These types of sarees come with artistic motifs, colorful designs. It is also characterized by a thick border. The saree I draped is not purely a Bengal handloom. Because nowadays, pure cotton is not being used and there are also some machines work in it. There are some mixing with the cotton ..read more

Organza, the wonder fabric of western fashion throughout the medieval ages and early modern period, can also create magic in sarees. Although not as popular as in western fashion, it’s gradually getting into the Indian fashion world now. The name of the fabric relates to the word “organzine," which, refers to any type of silk thread that is made with a simple twist spinning method. Origin of the fabric was somewhere along the ancient silk route and the name of the fabric is believed to be related to the Turkestan town ‘Urang’, which was a major silk trading center in those days. Organza ..read more

Tussar is my favorite. I drape this saree with absolute pride. I have many collections of this saree. The saree is generally famous for its texture and natural deep gold color. I have told you so much about tussar in the previous articles. I don't want to share its weaving processes or other things here. I will only speak about the Gachi tussar saree I draped.   Gachi means folded. This tussar is called Gachi only in West Bengal. But in Bihar, it is called Deshi Tussar. For my friend's marriage, I went to buy a saree. I had no plan to buy saree for me. But while observing saree ..read more

This is Dongria Cotton. It is my one and only collection. The needlecraft belongs to Odissa. I did not know much about the saree before buying it. I first saw it in a Facebook group. I loved that texture at first sight so I decided to buy the saree. I bought the saree from a boutique. The texture of the weaving is really awesome and can be distinguished from another sarees. I always try to gather information abour sarees. So I google about the saree and found a interesting story. The textiles narrate the history of Niyamgiri hills and Niyam Raja. I will not tell the whole story right ..read more