Gandhigram, a social organization promoting sustainable living and rural development, will present its annual exhibition, Magic of Khadi – a two-day summer pop-up. The event will present a curated showcase of hand-woven textiles, kalamkari fabrics, sarees, towels, dhotis, everyday khadi clothes and village industry products created by the artisans of Gandhigram.
Gandhigram-based textile designer Aditi Jain says this year’s highlights include eco-printed clothes, as well as kalamkari and muslin sarees, designed by the Center of Excellence for Khadi (COEK).
Five eco-printing workshop sessions will be conducted over two days, allowing participants aged eight years and above. The workshops cost ₹750 per person. In this art, plant-based dyes are used with real leaves, flowers, and plant materials, which are placed on fabric and then pressed, rolled, or steamed to transfer the natural colors.
The contemporary Khadi clothing collection is 100 percent hand-spun and hand-woven. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
For those looking for sarees, Aditi recommends the COEK-designed muslin saree. “We also have 72-count Idyllic cotton khadi sarees, which give a soft and comfortable drape. This weave is wrinkle-free, does not require starching and falls well,” she says. The contemporary Khadi clothing collection is 100% hand spun and hand woven.
The ready-to-wear range includes kurtas, western tops, shirts, dresses and jumpsuits for women and shirts, dhoti and kurtas for men. Women’s apparel available on clearance sale. Gandhigram’s eco-printed towels, with eco-printed yardage, have been a consistent bestseller.
Women’s ready-made garments will be on clearance sale. Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
The exhibition will also include village industry products prepared by the artisans of Gandhigram. Shoppers can choose from Siddha and Ayurvedic medicines, honey and flavored honey, juices, edible oils, health blends, spice powders, pickles and personal care items like shampoo, soaps, detergents and cleaners.
By visiting the exhibition, attendees can experience the rich heritage of India while supporting skilled artisans and craftsmen. All the proceeds from the sale are spent on the developmental initiatives of Gandhigram. Established in 1947 under the guidance of Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhigram Trust aims to build an independent and self-reliant rural India.
@CP Arts Centre, Teynampet. April 10 and 11, 10 am to 8 pm. To register for eco-printing, call: 9712606705
