HOW TO IDENTIFY ORIGINAL KALAMKARI (WITH TIPS) | Arpitharai

[@arpitharai]

Do you know these tips when buying Kalamkari? Comment below your experience when you buy #Kalamkari Let's start a discussion :-)

[@risingsun_2000]

Very nice video Arpitha! Still waiting for the video i requested of south indian saree tutorial.

[@arpitharai]

Hi Tanveer, I post on every Monday and Thursday. I have 2 videos per week. I am trying to catch up on the videos which were requested earlier..some are still lining up. Once I am done with them, I will create a video for you :-) Thank you for liking this video.

[@risingsun_2000]

Arpitha Rai Thank You Arpitha! Loving your work!

[@gopinathudayavani66]

I want to know where kalamkari sarees dress materials available in bangalore

[@arpitharai]

+Gopinath Udayavani Sorry, I don’t belong to Bangalore. I didn’t explore the markets yet...

[@reachersmom6586]

Thank you so much.! I am interested in the traditional handcrafts, and do not want to mistakenly buy machine manufactured cloths and design

[@mymanaturals8863]

Informative video and I totally agree that we should respect imperfections and that is the beauty of handmade stuff. I make handmade soaps and love the different designs that come out of each batch and that makes them unique. Is there a way to learn this art from the any of the authentic artisans of kalahasti? If yes please let me know....

[@MyGod_IsAwesome]

You did not mention digital printing in fabric. However some of my dupattas are digital but very pretty. Some fusion is also needed for old art to be preserved and appealing for future generations. However I do buy authentic Kalamkari and do my own artwork. One way authentic can be known is by the smell it smells of cow ghee as it is treated with them.

[@60bharati]

I like your love for kalam kaari.. I respect kalam kaari handicraft..

[@arpitharai]

Thank you. I really appreciate the hard work those people go through. Their families and community works together. Very hardworking people.

[@anweshakar146]

Thanks for talking about supporting the traditional artisans and appreciating the imperfections in handicrafts.

[@arpitharai]

That's what I want to use my audience reach. I feel that is my purpose in life being a fashion designer. It is high time someone taking step, I'll be very happy if I can help at least one person.

[@arpitharai]

Thank you for your comment. It really means a lot to me. It encourages me to do more 😊

[@anweshakar146]

@@arpitharai I absolutely agree. More power to you and the weavers!

[@arpitharai]

Today, I'm posting a video in collaboration with one of my college (NIFT) friend about the benefits of khadi. Video will be live around 8 pm. Don't forget to watch 😊 if you share the video with your friends. That will spread the awareness more..

[@anweshakar146]

@@arpitharai Sure! I'm excited.

[@varikuyil1372]

Always a thumbs up for you. Art lovers are the recognition of the artisans. They live with that pride ever. 👏👏👏👏💐💐

[@kalpanayagnik919]

How is the inner side of kalamkari saree. Is kalamkari saree printed on one side only.

[@deeptirao5982]

A lot of kalamkari artisans have moved to synthetic colors. That doesn’t make it fake. It’s only to ensure that colors are brighter and don’t bleed

[@arpitharai]

I agree with you. But that takes away the fabric from their original form. By using these synthetic colours the environment is getting effected. The price of the cloth goes down and that takes the value of the art down as well. That is the reason we must stick to the vegetable dyes and save the art in its original form.

[@arunarao8719]

Which are the main regions where original kalamkaris are done on wide scale?

[@poojalukha]

Thank u so much.. this is much needed video due to fake products in market and awareness.

[@arpitharai]

So true. Now a days everything has a fake version. We need to be aware of original form. These videos are my small efforts to explain.

[@lavanyaarao931]

Hi Arpitha Rai just few days ago came across your channel, must say one thing,they are so lovely ☺️, the information regarding our traditional art of kalamkari is very much needed for everyone,would like to see more of this arts on your feeds,small request I would like see step by step process of natural colours block prints and even dyeing too. Hope I would see it n learn more.please keep rocking 😍 thank you ☺️

[@arpitharai]

Thank you so much 🙂At present I am explaining about different crafts and styling those in different ways. You can watch them. Detailed documentary is not possible for me right now. When I get a chance I will definitely do it. Thanks again.

[@ishapardeshi3454]

Can you also make a video on how to style indian fabrics for common folks. Would love to know your thoughts on it:) thanks ✨

[@ritakhanna8491]

Showing examples would be more effective.

[@arpitharai]

I agree with you. I did not have fake and original Kalamkari with me and I tried showing the best way I can at that time 😊

[@chanduvallapi5820]

Can u provide d shop address of srikalahasti (kalamkari hand made)

[@annurao8276]

Please tell me where to buy kalamkari sarees

[@chhayachabukswar1748]

Very gud Arpitha. for ur information

[@arpitharai]

Thank you so much for liking the video. My journey just started at this video. I have more videos on traditional textiles of India and I recently posted a documentary on Bagru block prints (kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5XQe5SKi85gasU) I am planning to continue doing this. I look forward to the support of people like you 😊

[@shivatanu4369]

really helpful information..since you people are very knowledgeable ...i request you to please keep on posting more information about other fabrics...thank you so much

[@arpitharai]

Thank you for liking Tanu 😃 I'm working on second part to kalamkari video. There is a playlist you need to keep checking for more fabric videos. There is one for Banarasi silk sarees, traditional silk sarees..Here is the link: kzbin.info/aero/PLz0-BTwEJ-0qjcQ8-jKdDRTqh-VGcZgsk

[@aashatomar6038]

Thank you for providing such detailed information

[@arpitharai]

You are most welcome 😃

[@mamtabeniwal8841]

How to clean kalamkari products... Can I wash them at home.. plz tell

[@arpitharai]

Yes you can wash them at home. I will create a video on how to take care of Kalamkari for you 😊

[@arpitharai]

To answer your question, I created this video for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6nTc3idf8arjJI

[@gayathrivenkatakrishnan8989]

Ok thanks will defenetly watch the upcoming videos

[@vedantbenwar9243]

Got lot of information from this video. Thank you. Actually i am doing some research on indian and japanese culture and would like to know if there are some common or similar handicraft culture between both of them.

[@arpitharai]

Hi Vedant, I'm very happy to know that my video was useful in your research 😃 there are some more videos on my channel which talk about other textiles. These may help too: kzbin.info/aero/PLz0-BTwEJ-0qjcQ8-jKdDRTqh-VGcZgsk

[@jsrchanneleverything7131]

Kalamkari konsa chij se Banaya jata he mam

[@arpitharai]

Kalamkari ke baareme ek documentary banaya hai meine. Usme poora details hai. Watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2fbhamPiaZ-g8k

[@piyupatel9669]

Lovely😊god job diii 😉😍👍

[@arpitharai]

Thank you 😊😊

[@avanitanna2293]

Very informative...would like to see more such kind of videos

[@arpitharai]

Thank you Avani, I will make more informative videos like this one. I am here to share my knowledge. If I don't know something, I will do research to give the full information. Stick on to my channel :-)

[@avanitanna2293]

That's so nice of you, determined to provide us full information .....will surely stick to your channel... By the way can you let us know where we will find original kalamkari in Hyderabad...??

[@arpitharai]

I left Hyderabad many years ago. but as far as I remember, there is a store called Daaram and Fabindia in Begumpet. U can also try Anagha near GVK1 jubilee hills (if that store is still there). There is one more store in park lane near Paradise Secunderabad. I don't remember the name. It's a small store. you may find it while walking through the lane. Try these places :-)

[@avanitanna2293]

I stay near parklane itself...so I think I should go for a kalamkari hunt near parklane

[@avanitanna2293]

Thank you ...I will go to these shops ... definitely

[@prateeksingh6963]

Pls make video on weavers of Ponduru khadi & ikat of Pochampally

[@arpitharai]

Will try to do it 😊

[@prateeksingh6963]

Arpitha Rai forgot to mention we need video on Uppada saree weavers too. I needed to thank you for kalamkari video because of which I got in touch with Mr. Chandra & intend to purchase genuine kalamkari from him. It feels good that I able to do my humble contribution to help this artisan

[@arpitharai]

Oh that so nice to know that you got in touch with Me. Chandra. I'm glad my video helped. I've planned to add more videos on handlooms. Definitely include Uppada.

[@prateeksingh6963]

Arpitha Rai I did get in touch with Mr. Chandra for Kalamkari saree in Crepe fabric but unfortunately he works with cotton & tussar only. So he agreed to make saree in crepe if I courier him the fabric but due to corona just avoiding to go to fabric store. After things get in order I will get my order done by Mr. Chandra. I am glad to know you are already thinking of making video on Uppada because of so many middle men involve by the time it reaches the store Uppada tend to become quite expensive. If you make video it will be beneficial for the weaver & to customer like me. Pls make video on Ponduru khadi too it one of the best textile of India & it deserve to be popular like any other textile. You can do all these thing after pandemic for sure.

[@aaravjain25]

Hard work and respect to such beautiful art and artist. Thanks for sharing info. What are saree price range starts ?

[@riyazabdul9504]

Is sangeethas kalamkaris sell original kalamkaris or fake ones

[@arpitharai]

Hi, I am not sure of that. I have never been to that store. Sorry I couldn't answer you

[@vishakhak4185]

Very informative :)

[@hemaranjani7940]

Today only I'm thinking how we know difference between fake kalamkari so from your vedio I cleared my doubt and one thing pls do a vedio how to develop our culture and handloom artists like any government schems r there r not .....

[@arpitharai]

I am so happy that you found my video 😃 These govt schemes are difficult to get through. There are many steps to follow. Many people to meet. If you want to help the artisans, you can do it directly by reaching out to them like how I do. buying from them directly without any mediators is also a great help for them. Promote the craft by spreading the knowledge to others. I am doing my part to help the artisans and my viewers through these videos. you can even share this video. so many of your friends can get the awareness. I even created a documentary on handmade Kalamkari process and the artisan by going to Srikalahasthi (with my personal interest to help them) you can watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2fbhamPiaZ-g8k there is his contact detail in the description of the video if you want to reach out to him 😊

[@hemaranjani7940]

@@arpitharai thanku so much for your rly and I'm thinking about how to help artisans I will do my level best.......

[@arpitharai]

@@hemaranjani7940 If people like us take a step, that will definitely help them..All the best. Keep in touch on my Instagram or Facebook. @arpitharai/ @arpitharais

[@gayathrivenkatakrishnan8989]

I am a big fan of kalamkari. Very useful information thanks .

[@arpitharai]

+Natural Beauties I'm very glad that information was useful.. I'm trying to give info about Indian traditional textiles in my future videos. One video coming on this Monday. Pls watch it 😊

[@smaranrocking1336]

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[@akankshasaxena7267]

Thanks mam. Make new video on banarasi sarees kanjivaram and silk sarees. I want to know the difference between them with pictures

[@arpitharai]

Thank you for the comment and the video request. I will work on it and let you know :-)

[@arpitharai]

I have created a video on Banarasi silk sarees for you recently. I will be creating one for Kanjivaram soon 😃 here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4uokJV3m9asa68

[@oldielady]

Hi Arpitha, where can I get original Kalamkari, I wish to buy in big bulk. Thank you. for this lovely video, found it helpful.

[@arpitharai]

In Srikalahasti you will get hand painted kalamkari. You may visit the place to look for selection.. Pedanna is a place for block printed kalamkari. When you want to buy in bulk, I would suggest u to go to artisans directly without the middle men 😊

[@oldielady]

Understand Srikalahasti in Andhra, could you be able to forward their address to my email id: [e-mail]. Thank you for your immediate reply.

[@arpitharai]

Kalamkari is originally from Andhra Pradesh. If u want to buy in Chennai, there will be mediators. For good quality one, u can try at Nalli silks. If you know any Andhra silk shops there, try there too.

[@MVRamachandrudu]

This vedio could actually show the content, instead of a lecture... The visuals could communicate the message more effectively ....

[@arpitharai]

I can see that you are not happy with my LECTURE... There are many people who understood my message in this video with whatever visuals I could present. Thank you for taking time to comment here :-)

[@arpitharai]

:-) I am sure there are very less or no videos sharing what I explained in this video. It would be nice to appreciate that fact.

[@pritamsanap3246]

👍

[@arpitharai]

Thank you

[@waheed4753]

As long as machines are not used, it will be a handicraft. You cannot make your own guidelines for handicraft.

[@arpitharai]

Clearly, you do not know about handlooms. You don't need to agree with me. I have studied about these fabrics as part of my professional course and I have seen the fabrics getting made in person. This video is supposed to help people like you who do not know about handlooms :-) Thank you for watching the video and commenting :-)

[@ramyamukunda]

Thanks for the artisian Chandru number ...any other artisian....bought one from him

[@arpitharai]

Right now I have only his contact. I'm very happy that you bought from him 😃

[@srayapuraju2955]

Thank you for the useful information Where can we get authentic kalamkari fabric in Hyderabad?

[@arpitharai]

I am happy that the video is useful for you 😃 In Hyderabad, I would suggest you go to handloom exhibitions. If you are around ameerpet, in Nagarjuna community hall there will be an exhibition called "Cheneta Santha" you can even google for the latest updates on it. It is the best place. Then you can always go to Shiparamam..

[@srayapuraju2955]

@@arpitharai thank you. Shilparamam is nearest. Will go there

[@arpitharai]

Thats a good place to buy. Remember the points from my video before buying 😊

[@sheelapaturi5683]

Helpful information, can you give the number or address or any details of the artesians, I live in Andhra and would like to buy directly from them padanna or kakahasti

[@arpitharai]

Hi Sheela, keeping your request in mind. I am working on a detailed video on Kalamkari. I am going to share all the details on where to buy, whom to contact 😃 Coming very soon

[@deepthikotian9136]

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[@preethyt6927]

Thank you

[@umadharmraj]

It would be better showing on the fabric fake and original by explaining we won't understand

[@arpitharai]

I didn't have the original and fake fabrics with me. I tried my best to make the video useful

[@devoteofdance5960]

good job friend

[@arpitharai]

Thank you so much :-) Coments like these encourage me to do good videos for you :-) :-)

[@devoteofdance5960]

you are very kind.you always think about your subscribers.

[@arpitharai]

I create videos for you all. I love to create the ones you like to watch :-)

[@devoteofdance5960]

Arpitha Rai you are awesome

[@nilufarafreen4559]

mam what is ur age...i m shocked that u r a mother...i thought u r a student

[@arpitharai]

🙈🙈 Thank you for the compliment.. let's not discuss my age 😬😬

[@preethyt6927]

Hi, Arpitha thanks your video pls show examples . Where will I got original kalamkari? Pls give any kalamkari artisans contact no for more enquiry

[@arpitharai]

I think I will create a 2nd part to this video showing some examples 😃 I do not have any artisans contact with me. If I find one, I'll definitely share with you..

[@arpitharai]

Hi Preethy, keeping your request in mind. I am working on a detailed video on Kalamkari, I am going to share all the details on where to buy, whom to contact 😃 Coming very soon

[@laharijan317]

8374879796 orginal work u get

[@AadhyasAllinone]

Mam u no Telugu. ..

[@arpitharai]

Radha...my mother tongue is Telugu 😃

[@AadhyasAllinone]

Hoo my god superr andi meru... Nakosam telugu lo oka video cheyyandi pls...bangloare and hyderabad lo thakkuva cost lo dresses. ..and kalamkari sarees...pls pls pls...

[@arpitharai]

Telugulo video koncham kashtam anukuntaa...😬😬 Camera ante English vacchestundhi 😉 Alavaatu aipoyindhi..I will try for you. I left Hyderabad like 7-8 yrs back.. I go there only for visits. I lost in touch with markets there.. I can show some here in Bangalore now. When it comes to Kalamkari, I have a feeling that many people sell screen printed ones. I prefer going to the artisan for buying the original ones. Actually I can try to visit srikalahasthi and show the original ones. Let me plan things properly...I will defiantly do some video for you :-) So happy to see a Telugu viewer. Entha baagundo...

[@AadhyasAllinone]

Arpitha Rai 😍😍😍😘😘😘 thanq so much sister..

[@arpitharai]

Hi Radha, I went to Hyderabad recently and there are shopping videos. I shopped in Ameerpet, Charminar and helped a friend to shop for her birthday. Watch them here: ow.ly/kKAW30kEhaj One more video coming soon in Telugu 🙈

[@rachapudisrilakshmi651]

Hai Arpita yelavunnav talli

[@arpitharai]

Rachapudi Srilakshmi Nenu chaala baagunnaanu. Do we know each other?

[@rachapudisrilakshmi651]

Kalamkari gurinchi miru Srikalahasti lo chesina program chusanu chala chala bavundi mukhyamga mi voice chala bavundi miru matladutunte telugu chala bavundi yiroju malli chusanu kalamkari Ni identify cheyyadam yela anedi telusukunnanu naku kalamkari sareese ante chaaaaala yishtam yevarrra Babu Yi sodi anukuntunnava anukunna parvaledu nuvvu naka nachhav Maree mukhyamga Ni voice