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Musafir; Journeying Through Liminal Space
Part 2: Liminal Space Installation
For the installation, I translated my experience into a physical space—a 10-foot organza fabric, representing the 10 months I spent in Nottingham. Using white, gold, and silver embroidery, I traced my journey:
Gold threads symbolize my Indian heritage.
Silver threads reflect my evolving connection to Nottingham.
White contour lines capture the liminality of transition.
The CAD embroidery layering, carefully arranged by me, enhances the movement and texture of the piece, signifying the fluid and evolving nature of identity.
Musafir is a reflection of my own story—of belonging, change, and the beauty found in the spaces in between.
For the installation, I translated my experience into a physical space—a 10-foot organza fabric, representing the 10 months I spent in Nottingham. Using white, gold, and silver embroidery, I traced my journey:
Gold threads symbolize my Indian heritage.
Silver threads reflect my evolving connection to Nottingham.
White contour lines capture the liminality of transition.
The CAD embroidery layering, carefully arranged by me, enhances the movement and texture of the piece, signifying the fluid and evolving nature of identity.
Musafir is a reflection of my own story—of belonging, change, and the beauty found in the spaces in between.
Gulshan
Mughal Blooms – A Tribute to Timeless Florals
Inspired by Mughal artistry, this collection celebrates the dynasty’s love for florals, which flourished in textiles, architecture, and crafts. Floral motifs peaked under emperors like Jahangir and Shah Jahan, becoming a hallmark of Mughal design.
The Essence of Mughal Florals
Mughal rulers, from Babur to Akbar, were deeply connected to nature, with Babur’s Charbagh gardens symbolizing this passion. As Islamic art often avoided depicting living beings, floral stylizations became central to their aesthetic, embodying elegance and refinement.
A Contemporary Revival
Reinterpreting the grandeur of Mughal florals, this collection blends intricate patterns with a rich, vibrant palette, bringing the timeless beauty of history into modern craftsmanship.
Inspired by Mughal artistry, this collection celebrates the dynasty’s love for florals, which flourished in textiles, architecture, and crafts. Floral motifs peaked under emperors like Jahangir and Shah Jahan, becoming a hallmark of Mughal design.
The Essence of Mughal Florals
Mughal rulers, from Babur to Akbar, were deeply connected to nature, with Babur’s Charbagh gardens symbolizing this passion. As Islamic art often avoided depicting living beings, floral stylizations became central to their aesthetic, embodying elegance and refinement.
A Contemporary Revival
Reinterpreting the grandeur of Mughal florals, this collection blends intricate patterns with a rich, vibrant palette, bringing the timeless beauty of history into modern craftsmanship.
Parthiv Dabu Mud-Resist Printing
Project Overview:
“Parthiv,” meaning “made from the earth,” is a celebration of traditional Dabu mud-resist block printing. Inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, the collection features intricate motifs enhanced with silver mukesh work embracing maximalist luxury.
Rooted in sustainability, it uses natural indigo dyes and organic fibers. Cushion fillers are replaced with upcycled textile waste, promoting eco-conscious design. The collection includes floor coverings, cushions, lampshades, and placement mats, blending heritage craftsmanship with modern sensibilities.
Creation Process
The project integrates Dabu mud-resist printing with natural indigo dyes and sustainable materials. Embellishments in silver mukesh, zari, and sequins add a touch of elegance. Challenges in sourcing eco-friendly materials led to innovative solutions, ensuring both aesthetic and environmental integrity.
Final Reflection
“Parthiv” bridges tradition and sustainability, redefining handcrafted luxury in home decor. It highlights the beauty of artisanal craftsmanship while advocating for mindful, eco-friendly design choices.
“Parthiv,” meaning “made from the earth,” is a celebration of traditional Dabu mud-resist block printing. Inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, the collection features intricate motifs enhanced with silver mukesh work embracing maximalist luxury.
Rooted in sustainability, it uses natural indigo dyes and organic fibers. Cushion fillers are replaced with upcycled textile waste, promoting eco-conscious design. The collection includes floor coverings, cushions, lampshades, and placement mats, blending heritage craftsmanship with modern sensibilities.
Creation Process
The project integrates Dabu mud-resist printing with natural indigo dyes and sustainable materials. Embellishments in silver mukesh, zari, and sequins add a touch of elegance. Challenges in sourcing eco-friendly materials led to innovative solutions, ensuring both aesthetic and environmental integrity.
Final Reflection
“Parthiv” bridges tradition and sustainability, redefining handcrafted luxury in home decor. It highlights the beauty of artisanal craftsmanship while advocating for mindful, eco-friendly design choices.
Mehtab; Moonlit
Mehtab, meaning "moonlit," is a celebration of the timeless elegance of Chikankari embroidery—a craft known for its delicate white-on-white aesthetic. As part of this product diversification project, I designed and developed a refined collection of hand-embroidered cushions, blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary home décor.
The Art of Chikankari
Each cushion was meticulously embroidered over two months, using authentic Chikankari stitches that have been passed down through generations. The intricate textures and ethereal beauty of the embroidery reflect the grace and precision of this age-old craft.
A Meaningful Collaboration
Working alongside master artisans was a privilege—learning from their expertise and witnessing their dedication to keeping this craft alive was truly inspiring. Mehtab is not just a collection; it’s a tribute to the artisans and their enduring legacy.
The Art of Chikankari
Each cushion was meticulously embroidered over two months, using authentic Chikankari stitches that have been passed down through generations. The intricate textures and ethereal beauty of the embroidery reflect the grace and precision of this age-old craft.
A Meaningful Collaboration
Working alongside master artisans was a privilege—learning from their expertise and witnessing their dedication to keeping this craft alive was truly inspiring. Mehtab is not just a collection; it’s a tribute to the artisans and their enduring legacy.
Musafir; Journeying Through Liminal Space
Musafir is a deeply personal exploration of transition, identity, and cultural integration. This two-part project reflects my own journey of navigating between spaces—both physical and emotional—as I moved between cultures.
Part 1: Artifacts – Stages of Gradual Integration
In this segment, I created three artifacts representing the three stages of cultural assimilation:
Emergence – Silk whispers of home, adorned with hand embroidered Chikankari’s tender touch. Pleats unfurl the layers of my heritage, deep and unshaken.
Confluence – Lace-like cuts and creeping threads weave my story—roots reaching, identity shifting, a quiet merging of past and present.
Entwinement – Pleats reverse, cultures entwine. Inked in tradition, sculpted in modernity—a tapestry of two lands, folded into one.
Each piece combines traditional Indian embroidery with Nottingham lacework, bringing together heritage and modernity. I used laser-cutting, pleating, and embroidery techniques to symbolize the layering of experiences.
The fabric pleating setup, which I personally explored and executed, adds depth and dimension, mirroring the complexities of cultural transformation.
Part 1: Artifacts – Stages of Gradual Integration
In this segment, I created three artifacts representing the three stages of cultural assimilation:
Emergence – Silk whispers of home, adorned with hand embroidered Chikankari’s tender touch. Pleats unfurl the layers of my heritage, deep and unshaken.
Confluence – Lace-like cuts and creeping threads weave my story—roots reaching, identity shifting, a quiet merging of past and present.
Entwinement – Pleats reverse, cultures entwine. Inked in tradition, sculpted in modernity—a tapestry of two lands, folded into one.
Each piece combines traditional Indian embroidery with Nottingham lacework, bringing together heritage and modernity. I used laser-cutting, pleating, and embroidery techniques to symbolize the layering of experiences.
The fabric pleating setup, which I personally explored and executed, adds depth and dimension, mirroring the complexities of cultural transformation.
unpolished, unfiltered, unapologetically me!
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