Red Ikat (Blouse) applique Weavers are distributed in Bargarh

Weavers are distributed in Bargarh

First GI ( Geographical Indication) of Odisha in 2005-06 was accorded to Kotpad Sarees and Fabrics

Some of the popular themes are Radha-Krishna

Talapatra Chitra crafts are one of a kind

Home prepared yarn is used in this wherein the Tussar silk cocoons are separated by specialized female artisans by using their own thighs for reeling

Red Ikat (Blouse) applique Weavers are distributed in BargarhSambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics from GI (Geographical Indications) document says that Tie & Dye weaving in western Odisha came into existence during 600 BC. In traditional handwoven ikat or baandha, one of warp weft is tied and dyed prior to weaving (single ikat) or both warp and weft are tie dyed before weaving (double ikat). Weavers are distributed in Bargarh, Boudh, Sonepur, Bolangir, Nuapada & Sambalpur & some parts of Dhenkanal, Kalahandi,