The name “Bandhani” derives from the Sanskrit term meaning “to tie.” Tied resist is a traditional technique that has been practiced in India for centuries. Each dot is the result of creating a tiny peak in the cloth and then tightly wrapping thread around the peak to resist the dye. Artisans work with precision as they
Shibori & Bandhani Shawls and Scarves– MAIWA
Ajrakh Block Print Shawl - Silk & Cotton - Bhuti– MAIWA
Bandhani Wool & Silk Shawl - Naturally Dyed - Berry– MAIWA
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Maiwa's Shawls & Scarves– MAIWA
Aravali Dress - Handwoven Cotton - Indigo– MAIWA
Indian Cotton Scarf - Canada
Bandhani Shawl - Silk - Rust– MAIWA
This beautiful shawl has been hand tied using the bandhani technique as well as clamped resisted, also known as itajime. After the textile has
Bandhani Wool & Silk Shawl - Naturally Dyed - Berry
Bandhani Wool & Silk Shawl - Naturally Dyed - Berry– MAIWA