Kashmiri embroidery is as rich as Kashmir’s heavenly landscapes and culture. It is an artwork of the finest threads woven on the cloth with utmost elegance. These embroideries exhibit the charm that stays true to the beauty of paradise. Exquisite needlework followed by complex thread work involves a single long stitch to distinguish the design. Kashmiri Pashmina Shawls have been precisely embellished with these intricate embroideries over the years.
There are many types of Kashmiri Embroideries admired worldwide like Papier Mache, Sozni, Crewel, Aari, Tilla, and many more. At Urzuv, we focus on the three most popular Kashmiri embroideries, have a look-
Sozni: A Sophisticated Artistry
Sozni Embroidery is one of the most sophisticated forms of needle embroidery globally. Sozni embroidery is magnificent, delicate, and artistic needlework known for its precision and skill. It is practiced in Kashmir only and has no parallels anywhere else. The embroidery is genuinely unique because the motifs are often inspired by the floral blooms of the local gardens and art. A single Sozni shawl can take up to one or some complex designs, even a year to complete!
Aari: A Floral Delight!
Aari embroidery can be said as the divinity portrayed. Kashmiri artisans create a specialty in fine, concentric rings of chain stitch using a special hooked needle known as ‘Aar’. It is one of India’s oldest forms of embroidery, which found its roots somewhere in the 12th century. Traditionally known as kashida, this embroidery is famous for its vibrant colours, floral designs, and textures. At Urzuv, you will find Aari fine wool stoles that are eye-catching, trendy, and stylish.
Tilla: The Royal Intricacy
Tilla is one of the most exquisite forms of embroidery in Kashmir. It is extensively used to decorate ethnic wear with the help of silver, golden, and copper metallic threads. The threads are delicately tied by needlepoint over the fabric to create exquisite designs. Its classical ornamentation has been a taste of royalty. Tilla works are a sight to behold. The embroidery is so intricate that it takes a month for any artisan to complete a Tilla stole or shawl from scratch.
Only a few experts can pull off these intricately handcrafted embroideries. Artisans need a lot of experience, precision, and patience to pull it off. Depending on the amount and complexity, an authentic Kashmiri embroidery shawl can take up to three years to 6 months to get embroidered. Please visit https://www.urzuv.com/product-category/woollen-shawls/ to see our collection of aesthetically embroidered Kashmiri wraps.
