CREWEL FLORALS 16 x16 INCHES purple pink florals

Crewel embroidery in Kashmir has been practised for over 400 years, often decorating royal garments and home furnishings . Unlike most embroidery crewel work uses fine wool threads embroidered onto cotton canvas called 'Dusooti' . The motifs often depict Kashmir's gardens : chinar leaves, tulips, vines and cypress trees. Artisans traditionally use an 'aari' hook (a fine crochet-like tool) instead of a regular needle, for speed and fluid curves. Crewel isn't just pretty, it's durable.  That's why it is often used in rugs, curtains and upholstery.

Please note the woollen yarn is hand dyed and the actual colours may vary a bit from the one in the picture.

FILLER NOT INCLUDED !

DIMENSIONS ~ 16 X 6 INCHES

MATERIAL 

Marino wool chain stitch embroidery on cotton canvas fabric.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS 

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