Blue & White Block Print Saree Narasinghapettai Nagaswaram The inlay work itself can

The inlay work itself can take weeks or even months to complete

The weaver operates two pedals with his legs while enabling the hands to move the shuttle across to produce the weaving pattern

"Pata" refers to a painted piece of cloth

and unique motifs

Blue & White Block Print Saree Narasinghapettai Nagaswaram The inlay work itself canBagh prints are famous for their high quality printing and vibrant vegetable colors. They are easily recognizable by their repetitive geometric patterns in red and black, block printed on a white base. Khaki and mustard colors are applied to the fabric after printing. The block designs, some nearly 200 years old, are still in use, with new variations added every six months to meet market demands. Old blocks, such as Nandana Laheriya and Jodhpuri