Inspired by Phulkari Embroidery

Phulkari embroidery is known for its distinct geometric designs. It comes from the state of Punjab in India. Traditionally, it is practiced by women as a pastime. When a girl is born, her mother and grandmothers start to embroider a long scarf that is to be given to the girl when she gets married. The stitches are embroidered on the other side of the cloth so that the design takes shape in the front. The fabric used is usually a hand-spun or natural-dyed khadi cloth. The contrast of bright colors on a lighter colored fabric is what makes this embroidery stand out.