Tribal Rust Tree of Life Sambalpuri Cotton (Fabric) paddycrafts leaving the ink in the

leaving the ink in the incised grooves

These black bandha threads are then used as the warp on a powerloom

Common Motifs are Star

these shirts are breathable

making the fabric more affordable while preserving its artistic integrity

Tribal Rust Tree of Life Sambalpuri Cotton (Fabric) paddycrafts leaving the ink in theSambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics from GI (Geographical Indications) document says that Tie & Dye weaving in western Odisha came into existence during 600 BC. In traditional handwoven ikat or baandha, one of warp weft is tied and dyed prior to weaving (single ikat) or both warp and weft are tie dyed before weaving (double ikat). Weavers are distributed in Bargarh, Boudh, Sonepur, Bolangir, Nuapada & Sambalpur & some parts of Dhenkanal, Kalahandi,