Paisley on Indigo!

My Paisley net Print Indigo is a print inspired by Ajrakh Prints, a rich and complex hand block print. The Ajrakh print, a traditional Indian block printing technique, is a vibrant explosion of colours on fabric, originating from the Arabic word for blue, "azrak." This process involves carving blocks and using dye to create intricate patterns reflecting the region's culture and stories.

 

Especially made in Kutch, India, Ajrak is a renowned block-printed textile that is distinguished by the richness of its colors, like its heritage. Vibrant blues with reds, with complex and intricate geometric & floral patterns, make it highly sought after the world over. 

Its name, Arjakh, is derived from the word 'Azarak', which means 'blue' in Arabic & Persian, and is said to signify the Universe, because of the use of color palate. Red represents Earth, black for darkness, white for clouds, and blue is meant to represent the Universe.

Imagine the stars illuminated in the vast sky, set against a stark blue-black background. This is what I often dream about when I design. This is the magic that each piece or print has for me in my design process.

See all my amazing Indigo pieces. 

 

 

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