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TALKING THREADS : ENCHANTIMG AARI WORK OF KASHMIR  Kashmir known as the paradise on earth is not only famous for its scenic beauty but also for its beautiful art and craft. Handicraft has given Kashmir an identity globally. Kashmir is the valley of artisans ,where many arts have found their roots ,Among all the practising arts and crafts in Kashmir .Kashmir embroidery is one of them. This beautiful craft is being practised by Kashmiri craftsmanship from 15th century . Kashmiri embroidery has evolved over centuries with influence from many cultures. Designs have developed over time from the Moors, Persians, Turks and beyond. The color palettes compliment the four seasons, while the designs are inspired by science and art in nature. Kashmiri embroidery is essentially a harmonious blend of charming flowers, fruits, and birds. One type of embroidery Kashmir focuses on is called “Aari”, known as Ari Kaem locally . Threads   Aari embroidery is a specialty of Kashmiri artis...

Catch the craft :  KHATAMBAND - The Art of intricately Carved ceilings in Kashmir Dar Javed Walking in the maze of narrow lanes and by-lanes into Old Srinagar called shaheri-khass ,meandering through its exposed brick and wooden structures ,often shouting for some care and attention in silence. these old embellishments adorning the dwellings and monuments with carved wood facades ,intricate pinjra on their exteriors ,beautiful lines of khatambandh on their ceilings, telling of a time ...of a beautiful bridge man has made with history ….mesmerizing ! Going back to the roots of the craft, its name Khatam-bandh means Polygons combining or stucking together with the help of wooden beadings .It is an art of making ceiling by putting together walnut or deodar wood pieces into geometrical patterns. the uniqueness of this craft is that when the process of making is complete it acquires a unique and beautiful geometrical pattern ,most of the process is done by hand hence it ind...