Traditional Embroideries of India and Their Origin | Class 5 EVS | Chapter 8 Clothes — How Things are Made

India has a rich tradition of embroidery and hand stitching. 

Different regions of India have developed their own special styles of embroidery based on local culture, climate, clothing, and traditions. 

The following eight ( 8) embroideries are mentioned in this chapter: 

1. Chikan or Chikankari Embroidery

Origin:

• Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Features:

• Chikankari is done mainly on cotton, muslin, silk, and chiffon cloth.
• White thread is traditionally used on light-coloured fabric.
• Floral and leaf patterns are very common.
• It is used in kurtas, sarees, dupattas, and dress materials.

2. Banjara Embroidery

Origin:

• Rajasthan

Features:

• The Banjara tribal community makes this embroidery.
• It uses colourful threads, mirrors, beads, shells, and coins.
• Bright colours and geometric designs are common.
• It is used in bags, clothes, wall hangings, and decorative items.

3. Kantha Embroidery

Origin:

• West Bengal, Odisha, and Tripura

Features:

• Old sarees and cloth pieces are stitched together to make useful items.
• Designs include flowers, birds, animals, and daily life scenes.
• It is an example of recycling and creative reuse of cloth.

4. Gota Embroidery

Origin:

• Rajasthan

Features:

• Gota embroidery is widely used in wedding dresses and festive clothes.
• It is famous in lehengas, odhnis, and sarees.

5. Phulkari Embroidery

Origin:

• Punjab

Features:

• “Phulkari” means “flower work.”
• Bright silk threads are embroidered on cotton cloth.
• Floral patterns and colourful designs are very common.
• Phulkari dupattas and shawls are widely used during celebrations and weddings.

6. Toda Embroidery

Origin:

• Tamil Nadu (Nilgiri Hills)

Features:

• Made by the Toda tribal community.
• Red and black thread designs are stitched on white cloth.
• Geometric patterns are common.

7. Kashmiri Embroidery

Origin:

• Kashmir

Features:

• Wool, silk, and pashmina cloth are commonly used.

8. Khneng Embroidery

Origin:

• Meghalaya

Features:

• Practised by tribal communities of Meghalaya.

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