Different Types Of Curtains

Yellow Marigold Organic Cotton Curtains By DesiCrafts
Adapting curtains to weather conditions is essential for both practical and aesthetic reasons. During colder seasons, heavy and thermal curtains serve as effective insulators, preventing heat loss and maintaining a warm interior. In contrast, lighter curtains are suitable for warmer weather, facilitating better airflow and minimizing reliance on air conditioning.
January 12, 2024 — DesiCrafts India

Much Awaited Color (s) of the Year for 2024

Color of the year 2024 announcement
color of the year 2024

The wait is over and the color gurus have spoken. The most prominent trend setter companies have declared their color of the year for 2024. We are so exited and can't wait to experiment and use these beautiful colors in our work. So, read on. Who knows, you may find them soon enough somewhere in our handmade products collection. 
December 25, 2023 — DesiCrafts India

Why Is It Important To Process The Grey Cloth Before Printing

 processing the grey cloth before printing

 Grey cloth, also known as greige cloth, is a type of fabric that has not been bleached or dyed. Learn why is it important to process the cloth before printing.

December 04, 2023 — DesiCrafts India

Cotton Fabric Pre-treatment For Better Dyeing/Printing

Pre treatment of cotton fabric

Are you one of those hobby crafters who love to dye their own fabric and make beautiful things out of it? This blog post is for you. Hand-dyeing cotton fabric is a captivating and creative process that transforms plain, unadorned material into a personalized masterpiece. The artistry of hand-dyeing lies in the hands of the creator, as they carefully manipulate colors to bring their vision to life on the canvas of cotton.

 

November 16, 2023 — DesiCrafts India

Fabrics, Yarns & Fibres: When To Use What

fabric and yarnsSome notes about fabrics, yarns & fibres. Also, a dictionary and when to use what. We plan to keep updating these notes from time to time. Please feel free to contribute via comments. Thank you!
December 15, 2021 — DesiCrafts India
Tags: DIY Fashion

The Ultimate Fabric Sourcing Tips For Budding Designers

fabric sourcing India

So, you're a fashion designer in need of fabric to make something?

Knowing what you want and what you don't could be a right path to take when deciding on fabric sourcing.

DesiCrafts brings some basic tips to start your quest for the right fabric to make prototypes before you move on to wholesale purchases.

 

June 14, 2021 — DesiCrafts India

DIY:: Five Amazing Clutch Purse Tutorials

Indian Block Print Placemat Clutch

As you start sewing, there are so many things you want to sew, there are so many things you make, not only for yourself but for friends and dear ones too! What could be a better idea than sewing a clutch purse for your soul sister's birthday gift!

At DesiCrafts, we sat down on a Sunday morning and selected 10 very easy-peasy DIY clutch purse ideas from some blogs which are hidden gems on internet.

You'll get 10 super cool clutch purse ideas and betcha, you'd want to make all of them. So, we bring it on.

May 15, 2021 — DesiCrafts India
Tags: DIY Projects

Hand Block Printing Process Explained

Process of Hand Block Printing Explained By DesoCrafts

The conventional process of hand block printing on textiles and papers, with beautiful natural colors, has been practiced in for around 2000 years although it didn't reach Indian until 15th century. According to Wikipedia the traces of wood block printing (or block printing) were first found in China which go back to 7th century. It remained the most common East Asian technique of printing until the 19th century.

July 10, 2019 — DesiCrafts India

Restoration Of Vintage Wooden Blocks

Hand Block Printing By DesiCraftsRecently, we visited our printing unit in Chennai. This is the unit where we make our hand block printed fabrics. Our expert hand block printers are very keen on working with new motifs and colors all the time.

June 17, 2019 — DesiCrafts India

New Arrivals: Upholstery Weight Speciality Fabrics

New collection of woven jacquard fabricsLet's welcome the new season with new fabrics. Eye popping, peppy colors or solid color fabrics, a collection of dyeable pure linen or a linen blend...now choose what works for your living room.

May 29, 2019 — DesiCrafts India
Tags: New Arrivals