The city of Bhuj in Gujarat is well known for its red Bandhani. Dyeing process of Bandhani is carried out extensively in this city, as the water of this area is known to give a particular brightness to colours, specifically reds and maroons.

This stunning piece of art is a legacy of the Gujarat Textiles industry and showcases their brilliant craftsmanship through intricate designs. The craft takes its name from ‘Bandhan’, the Sanskrit word for ‘tying’ and refers to both the technique as well as the end product.

2023年5月5日 · Today most Bandhani making centers are situated in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Sindh, Punjab region and in Tamil Nadu where it’s known as Sungudi. Earliest evidence of Bandhani dates back to Indus Valley Civilization where dyeing was done as early as 4000 B.C.

In Kachchh, tie and dye craft is known as “Bandhani.” Bandhani dates back to the Bandhani 12th century, and came to Kachchh when members of the Khatri community migrated from Sindh. Bandhani tie and dye became a staple local source of income with the export of bandhani bandannas to Europe via the English East India Company in the 18th century.

Bandhani of Gujarat is very famous in India. It’s a traditional textile of Gujarat. Wadhwan town in Surendranagar district has largest production of Bandhani in Gujarat. In Wadhwan around 75% of the families work in this profession. The process of making one Bhandhani is lengthy.

2023年11月5日 · Bandhani, also known as Bandhej or Bandhni, is a traditional tie-dye textile art form that originated in the Indian state of Gujarat and has been practiced for centuries. It involves the process of tying small points or knots on a piece of fabric before dyeing it, resulting in a variety of intricate patterns and designs.

2024年6月30日 · Bandhani, the ancient Indian art of tie-dye, has been a cherished tradition for centuries, with its roots deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of Gujarat and Rajasthan. This intricate craft, characterized by its vibrant colors and unique patterns, has not only survived the test of time but has also evolved to meet the demands of modern fashion.

2020年12月14日 · Bandhani has long been culturally important to Kachchhi communities. The most revered type of bandhani is the gharcholu, which is the traditional wedding odhani of Gujarati Hindu and Jain brides. The chandrokhani is worn by Muslim brides. Bandhej saree which is also known as “Bandhani saree” is especially found in Gujarat and Rajasthan.

2024年11月29日 · This is a popular tie and dye technique that involves twisting, tying and dyeing to produce some gorgeous patterns. Bandhani generally uses natural colours, predominantly yellow, blue, green and black. Each colour has its own significance. For example, red is a symbol of good fortune to a bride and yellow is a sign of spring time and joy.

Bandhani is mainly produced in two states of India one is Rajasthan other one is Gujarat. All the artisan of the bandhani are mostly immigrants form Sindh before Independence. Silk, cotton, woolen fabrics are mainly used in this craft.