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Chainstitch, be it in wool or
silk, is done by hook rather than a needle. The hook is referred as an
"Aari"; it covers a much larger area than needlework in the same amount of time
as it has a greater surface area per stitch. Continuous stitches (giving the
name chain-stitch) are used to cover the entire
surface of the fabric, the figures or motifs are worked in striking colors, the background
mostly in a
single color.
Natively known as "jalakdozi", this
work is done with a hook in long flowing designs. The embroidery
is done allover on a cotton 'dosooti' cloth base. Embroidery is done is wool
using 2-ply yarn. ArtSilk yarn is also used in
the embroidery and the rug looks like a carpet in which the pile is substituted
by the texture. Chainstitched rugs can be used either as area rugs or
wall hangings and are available in both floral and bird/ animal designs. These rugs are supported with cotton-lining to add to
the durability. Chainstitch rugs come in many different sizes 2’x3’, 2.5'x4', 3’x5’, 6’x4’, 6’x9’
and 9'x12' with a custom size of upto 12x15 feet. Other sizes may be available
or made specifically on a customer request. |
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