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Kosa

A series of illustrations capturing the traditional process of making Kosa silk saris, rooted in the small town of Mohadi in Bhandara, Maharashtra. This project pays homage to the craftsmanship, culture, and quiet rhythm of a practice passed down through generations.

Play with the poetry in the background to bring the visuals to life with words.

Kahani Resham ke Dhago ki : PoemAbhishek
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ये कहानी है उन रेशम के धागो की
 

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जिनकी शुरुआत एक नन्ही सी तितली से होती हैजो रेशम के बीज को कोकून के रूप में होती है।अंधड़गाँव नाम के इस छोटे से गाँव में 

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कला से सुशोभित महिलायें कोकून से रेशा खिचती है और अपने हाथों रेशम का अनमोल धागा बनाती है से रेशम का अनमोल धागा बनती है।। 

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ये कहानी है उन बुनकरो के जिन्होंने अपने पूरी ज़िंदगी रेशम सुलझाते सुलझाते गुज़ार दी।। 
 

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जो कर्म से ज्यादा आदत बन जाये 
जो कर्म ही इबादत बन जाये 

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नासमझ होते है वो लोग जो पैसो से खुशिया तोलते है
ग्राहकों की तबस्सुम से ही इन बुनकरो का दिन बन जाये। 

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कुछ अजब ही है रेशम के धागो का ताना बाना 
जो धागो के साथ साथ ज़िंदगानिया भी जोड़ देता है।

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हर रोज़ सूर्य के किरण से पहले उनके रेशम का धागा हथकरघा से न जाने कितनी बार गुजर जाता है। 

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यह धागा इतनी शिद्धत से पिरोया जाता है की टूट कर भी जदा नहीं हो पता है।। 
 

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शहरों से दूर मोहड़ी में यह कहानी है 
एक धरोहर के जो न जाने कितने ही माता पिताओं ने अपने बच्चो को है सौपी।। 

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ये कहानी है उन रंगो के सागर की जिनकी इनायत से रेशम का कपडा और भी नायाब  बन जाता है 
हर रोज़ ढलते सूरज के साथ बुनकर अपनी इस रिवायत को एक नयी सहर देते है।। 

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यह कहानी थी भण्डारा के उन बुनकरो की जिनकी रूहानियत से रेशम अपने चमक पूरी कायनात पर बिखर देता है।।

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यह कहानी थी कोसा की

illustration design project by grayom for Kosa silk sari for nift craft cluster in Maharashtra

On-Site Sketches

Document

This document is a comprehensive and insightful study that delves into the world of silk sarees in India, with a focus on craft clusters. It provides valuable information about the craft's history, present scenario, and the skilled weavers who dedicate their lives to this ancient art form.

 

By delving into the challenges faced by these artisans, the document sheds light on the socio-economic factors impacting their livelihoods. Through extensive on-field visits and observations, the document captures the essence of the craft, showcasing the diverse loom types used and the cultural significance woven into every saree.

Commissioned by the Ministry of Textiles, this valuable resource aims to support and empower the craft community by providing data and insights that can further their development and preserve this timeless tradition.

Craft Cluster

Kosa, Bhandara Maharashtra

A study based on kosa silk making

The significance of middlemen in the industry 

Coffee table book

This document is a comprehensive and insightful study that delves into the world of silk sarees in India, with a focus on craft clusters. It provides valuable information about the craft's history, present scenario, and the skilled weavers who dedicate their lives to this ancient art form.

 

By delving into the challenges faced by these artisans, the document sheds light on the socio-economic factors impacting their livelihoods. Through extensive on-field visits and observations, the document captures the essence of the craft, showcasing the diverse loom types used and the cultural significance woven into every saree.

Commissioned by the Ministry of Textiles, this valuable resource aims to support and empower the craft community by providing data and insights that can further their development and preserve this timeless tradition.

Visual Tales from Our Journey

Join us in supporting the skilled weavers - Buy their exquisite kosa silk sarees and preserve the art of craft clusters!

To Order Call

Radheshayam Bhayaia's number :   8698  827  623

Professor Guides

Prof. Dr. Rupa Agarwal - Visit 1

Prof. Susmita Das - Visit 2

Special Thanks to

Weavers & Shops

Radheshyam Sarsaram Nandanwar 

Jaiyanti Prabhakar Nikare
Preeti Nepane
Mahesh Joshi

Other families of Mohadi and Bhandara who helped us.

Voice Artist : Madhur Sharma
Farbic Knowledge : Anurag Singh, Aaftab Ali, Deepanshu Kumar

Department : Fashion Design GroupB

Flute  :  Rajesh Cherthala

Photography Help : Ankit Yaduvanshi

Government Organizations

National Institute of Fashion Technology

Ministry of Textiles 
Indrayani Handlooms, Nagpur
Maharashtra State Handloom Cor. Ltd
Weavers' service center, Nagpur
Sericulture Information Linkages 
Central Silk Board, Government of India,

Bhandari Family
Binnet Kaur, Drishya Subramaniam
Himani Singh, Leeza Kukreja
Ritika Lohiya, Saloni Sultania

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