Kaithari - Handloom
Cotton's journey from farm to fabric is the subject of this endeavour. TamilNadu's traditional textile craft is handloom saris.
A single handloom sari can take upto two to three days for its completion. This project documents major steps of the cotton’s journey. The whole project was captured in the District of Theni, TamilNadu.
Natural Dyeing of yarns.
Gumming of yarns. This photo was shortlisted on WOW TamilNadu Photography Contest 2021.
Sun drying of yarns.
Traditional yarns winding. This photo was shortlisted on WOW TamilNadu Photography Contest 2021.
Modern yarns winding.
Attaching Warp Yarns on Loom.
Weaving fabric in a handloom.
Packaging of Cotton Handloom Saris.