What is "Chikan Kari" - Definition & Explanation
the simple running stitch embroidery made famous in Lucknow. The cloth is usually white or some pastel color with white embroidery. The base fabric is a light weight organdy type.
Embroidery In White Cotton Thread Upon Fine White Cotton Fabric, Like, Muslin. Several Techniques In Chikan-kar Are Known; Lucknow Was A Famous Center Of Fine Workmanship.
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Twelve-head
An embroidery machine having twelve 'heads' or stations. Each contains needles with the capability to sew multiple thread colors at the same time. This machine can embroider 12 garments at one...
Panama
A Plain Weave Fabric Traditionally Of Cotton Or Wool. Used For Summer Suitings And...
Microfiber Fabrics
Small fibers are used to create fabrics with a suede-like, soft...
Suede cloth/Faux suede
A fabric with a short nap and a soft finish that suggests animal....
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