Handloom - Shawls and Pattus
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| The loom |
Himachal Pradesh is known for it's unique traditions. The handlooms and handicrafts are integral part of cultural tradition of this state. The primary occupations with rural Himachal is agriculture, horticulture, handloom & handicraft.
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| Shawl and Pattu weaving |
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| Handloom weaver at work |
The Himalayan Handlooms are recognised across the globe for their purity and utility. The weavers put significant efforts to prepare a fine blend of tradition and creativity. To watch the workers weaving a shawl using their hands and feet is indeed admirable.
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| Handloom shop |
The patterns woven on shawls and pattus describes ethnicity of colour contrasts as well as depiction of natural colours
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| Warp and Weft |
Shawls: Shawl weaving is one of the most flourishing industries in Manali and surrounding regions these days. The Himachali shawl is made of wool. Merino wool, local sheep wool, pashmina, angora and mixture of these are commonly used. Yak hairs are also used to add variety. These shawls are either plain shawls or with different patterns. Their geometric designs give a strong feel of central Asian influence.
Pattu: A woolen fabric draped by women like a sarong, used for everyday wear are plain or checkered with simple borders.
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Himachal tradition is rich ,valuable , good you have clicked and published
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