What is Mashru?
- Mashru Fabric is a handwoven textile made with combining cotton and silk.
- The term ‘Mashru’ means ‘Permitted’ in Arabic and ‘Mixed’ in Sanskrit.
- It has characteristics like fine satin texture, vibrant contrasting stripes and Ikat weave.
- Mashru fabric is mainly manufacturerd in Mandvi and Patan areas of Gujarat.
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History
- The weave of the Mashru fabric is said to be originated from West Asia during 19th Century.
- It is an old tradition within India and is known as a famous textile for Gulf nations and Ottoman empire.
- The production of Silk got banned as it was made by killing silkworms which led to the origin of Mashru Silk.
- As it is made from the silk exterior and the interior fabric which keeps in contact with skin is made from cotton.
- Slowly Mashru became famous in Persia and many Mediterranean nations as they give freedom to wear clothes made from silk.
- With time it became part of many peoples lifestyle including Kutch Nomads.
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What Makes it Stand Out
Texture |
Smooth like silk |
Sheer |
Opaque |
Fall |
Gives a great amount of draping |
Apperance |
Lustrous |
Application & Usage
Clothing |
|
Accessories |
Bags, etc. |
Home-furnishing |
Quilts, cushions, etc. |
New Age Innovations
- Currently Mashru fabric is made in machine looms rather than handlooms, as it has turned into an expensive business.
- Craftsman are moving towards a budget-friendly process for designing mashru fabric.
- Instead of pure silk they are sing rayon and other synthetic fibers which will result in low-cost fabric.
- Combined with stripes and Ikat, Mashru is made with solid color palette.
- The skilled artisans are switching their pattern by blending Bandhani with Ikat.
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Care Instructions
- Mashru silk is comparatively much easier to maintain than pure silk.
- However, prefer to wash it in cold water with slow rinse cycle.
- Do not dry the fabric under direct sunlight as it will take away the glossiness of the fabric.
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