Green Red Flower Bandha Cotton (Single Bedsheet) women's jacket marking the beginning of tie-and-dye

marking the beginning of tie-and-dye weaving in western Odisha

and a matching dupatta also showcasing tribal bandha work

making the fabric more affordable while preserving its artistic integrity

Ashok   chakra

Green Red Flower Bandha Cotton (Single Bedsheet) women's jacket marking the beginning of tie-and-dyeSambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics from GI (Geographical Indications) document Tie & Dye weaving in western Odisha came into existence during 600 BC. Traditional handwoven ikat or baandha: One of warp weft tied and dyed pre weaving (single ikat); both warp and weft tie dyed before weaving (double ikat). Weavers are distributed in Bargarh, Boudh, Sonepur, Bolangir, Nuapada & Sambalpur & some parts of Dhenkanal, Kalahandi, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda