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How Aari Embroidery Art is helping India to fight apparel manufacturing war with China

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As we know that China is one of the largest apparel manufacturer globally and India’s closest competitor when it comes to this field. The apparel industry is booming in both the countries but what makes India stand above China is mesmerizing work of art, especially Aari Embroidery art which originated in India. This intricate art has helped India to lead among all the nations. Aari Embroidery is finest form of embroidery art which is done with the thread and a hook type needle known as Aari Embroidery Needle or Embroidery Hook ( read about aari embroidery needles here ). Learn how to do basic stitch of Aari Embroidery here The precision and quality required in this art can only be achieved through skilled craftsmanship. India is full of talented artisans who have their hands on this art form. The apparels manufactured in China are produced in bulk which is all made by machine while in India you will find unique designs handmade on each piece. These sophisticated designs sta...

How Aari Knots prevent Beading and Embroidery from Unravelling

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Aari Embroidery Work is a creative hand embroidery art form that used by embroiderers to create beautiful designs on fabric with the help of hook-like needle known as Aari Needle (aka Embroidery Needles and Embroidery Hooks).  This embroidery work originated from the lanes of Uttar Pradesh, India. Aari Embroidery has proven to be a timeless skill over time and seen mainly in Sarees, suits, clutches, appliques and couture wear. Know all about different types of Aari Needles here. One of the popular and much-used materials in aari work is zari metallic thread . Various stitches make this work much more interesting. However, for beginners sometimes it gets difficult to learn how to make end knot and how to do the finest work that does not unravel even if the thread breaks.  We have received so many queries from people asking about how to end chain stitch or markan stitch with aari needle. Therefore, in this article, I will show you how to end Aari Stitch, what is...