Abhipsa Sambalpuri Silk Saree
Sambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics from GI (Geographical Indications) document says that Tie & Dye weaving in western Odisha came into existence during 600 BC. In traditional handwoven ikat or baandha, one of warp/weft is tied and dyed prior to weaving (single ikat) or both warp and weft are tie-dyed before weaving (double ikat). Weavers are distributed in Bargarh, Boudh, Sonepur, Bolangir, Nuapada & Sambalpur and some parts of Dhenkanal, Kalahandi, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda districts where Meher community reside. For weaving, traditional pit loom with throw/fly shuttle technique is used. Varieties are Sonepuri, Pasapali, Bomkai, Sachipar, Bichitrapuri, Bapta (Cotton & Silk mixed) etc, sarees. This is a 19 kuthi (houses) Pasapali in black blue but sambalpuri weavers make upto 55 houses or more also, especially in silk. Make this a chic addition to your wardrobe for the scorching summer, or indeed any time of the year!
A beautiful tribal motifs sambalpuri bandha silk saree with a new and rare dark coffee brown color! Go for it and wow all!