The main idea behind this project is tracing our roots back to Nature. The collection focuses on 100% naturally hand dyed and hand woven Khadi-Silk fabric and stoles made from innovative ways of Skip-Dent Weaving and Bead Weaving on a handloom.
Mood Board
Colour Board
Inspiration Board
Story Board
Brand Logo, Detailed Care Instructions, Wash Care Label
In Above Frame - In process pictures of sampling and trials of different types of weaves (skip dent, basket weaves) and variations in bead weaving.
In Above Frame - In process images of mordenting, dyeing and fixing using 100% natural materials.
For Mordenting - Myroballum (called 'harda' in local language), Alum
For Dyeing - Marigold+Turmeric, Onion peels, Neem Leaves+Spinach for Yellow, Copper and Green colours respectively
For Fixing - Salt/Alum
In Above Frame - Images of swatch-book developed to observe colour take up and intensity of natural dyes on different natural fabrics.
In Above Frame - Final images of the handwoven stole with bead-weaving, skip dent, and basket weave manipulations.
In Above Frame - Images of the final display of the collection for the jury complete with a separate setup for the entire design process showcasing samples, ideas for branding and packaging.
