Shivalaya Jaipur Blog

  Summer 2021 is drawing near and what it means to us is the time for mangoes, popsicles, juice; beach parties, the fun in the heat and warm winds, and the time to update your wardrobe. And when you are doing that, why not buy something that represents our culture and heritage? Yes, that’s right; we are talking about our age-old art of hand  Block Printed Clothing .   We have hand-picked 5 must-haves for you this summer. When you own our  Block Print Dresses   you not only feel proud, but you also look classy for the season, well enough of the introductory part, let’s start the list. 4 Cool Dresses for the hot season Cotton Kurtas: -  We decided to show off later in this list, let’s start with simple Kurtas for day-long comfort. These are made with pure cotton which is a summer-friendly fabric. The   Indian Block Print Fabric   is lightweight, breathable and it naturally wicks the moisture. All these properties make it the perfect cho...

  For over 100 years our world-famous art of hand block printing has taken over again, the art has now become as much as popular and in demand as it was in the old times, so why do we need to improve it or take it to the next level? Because trends change with time everything must adapt to it, in today’s digital age and with growing customer demands, hand block printing shouldn’t be any different. Today we will discuss reasons for the digitization of hand block printing and how we can achieve it. We at   Shivalaya Jaipur welcome you to our blog. Hand block printing Traditional hand block printing is our art that we have been proud of for centuries; we also know the art as bock printing or woodblock printing. The art is popular in many East Asian countries including China. So what is hand block printing? Hand Block Printing  is our traditional art of printing on textiles using wooden blocks that are carved into beautiful designs; the bottom of the dyed block is r...

  We all love and adore our traditional age-old style of textile printing known as and block printing. The beautiful designs and patterns are back in fashion and trending. These wonderful clothing articles are fit for any occasion, whether it be a casual or formal occasion. The mesmerizing designs are loved mostly by women and the good news is that this blog is for women. Summer 2021 is arriving soon and we took a chance to let you know how you can make the most of your  Indian Cotton Fabric . Here are 6 ways for women to wear block printed clothes and look gorgeous. 6 summer trends in hand block printing Hand block printed Stoles: -  Let’s start with a simple everyday necessity for women, a dupatta, an Indian lady wears a dupatta with anything including sarees, salwar suits, and even t-shirts, so why not add a little style to this textile article. This summer you should get yourself a hand block printed stole or dupatta and stand out from the crowd. It can be w...

  Stuffing closet with designer dresses is much loved hobby of humans especially women. As they assist us to look fashionable and feel comfortable right custody to them should be our priority. Taking extra care of hand block printed fabrics will help them look good and fresh for long time. Block printing is the oldest art in India. This method uses a carved wooden block which are dipped in colorful dyes and stamped on the fabric manually. No other techniques can beat the immense beauty of hand block printing fabrics . We at Shivalaya Jaipur use premium quality fabrics for prepare our garments . Since the fabric is dyed, block printed clothing problems like rub dry, color bleeding from water, color flushing, shrinkage, fading can be experienced but with some precautions and supervision we can increase their life.   Following are the fabric care tips including techniques related to washing, drying ironing and storage, which will help us to spin out life of hand block ...

  Introduction An ancient way of textile printing is hand block printing. It is a technique used for printing text, patterns, and images on textiles. This printing was originated in china near 220 AD and came to India in 12 th century.   It is also referred as ‘block printing’ or ‘woodblock printing’. It is a method under which carved wooden blocks are used which are covered with colorful dyes and are frequently pressed on the fabric manually. By this different patterns and designs are created.   As it is a hand operated process the sharp, accurate and fine detailed prints creates a buzz among people and is still continued as a signature handicraft. Rajasthan is popular for colorful prints of animals, birds, human, god, and goddesses. Some famous centers are Jaipur block prints , Bagru, Pali, Barmer and Sanganer. Process The process of hand block print may seem sturdy to you, but it is explained in simple format in following steps: 1.    ...

  If you want to look unique in any casual, formal, semi-formal parties we are here to help you. You can choose from our range of variety of block printed dresses. Because no two pieces of our hand block printing cloths collection will match ever. Moreover, it gives you a sober and elegant look. In a word, the block printed dress is a perfect blend of style, comfort, and elegance. India has a rich history in the handloom industry. And one of the most commended examples of the Indian handloom industry is Indian block printing. Wooden blocks immersed in colourful dyes create the designs of block printed dresses . So every design of block printed dresses is unique in its design. Our craftsman uses a wooden block to beautify fabrics such as cotton, silk, linen, etc. the wooden blocks consists of different motifs like gods, goddesses, letters, slokas, flowers, petals, leaves, etc. Hence our block printed cloths are very popular among fashion designers. And that is also the reason wom...

  Is your wardrobe ready to tolerate the summer's temperatures? If the answer is still negative then what are you waiting for?   We come here with our stunning collection of Block printed attires.   So, celebrate this summer with a range of block printed attires . From nightwear to Kurtis with all are new and stylish products. Therefore, get ready to update your wardrobe with fashionable, comfortable and affordable clothes.  Don’t let the temperature win over you. Rather you defeat the heat with your elegant and sober style. Hence, make this summer comfortable. What types of clothes do people like to wear in summer? To beat the heat of long sunny days, warm up yourself with styles that comfort you. Here are some tips to choose clothing for summer and give a makeover to your wardrobe. ·          Choose lightweight fabric ·          Try eye-soothing colour ·   ...

Forgot old-fashioned loose fittings cotton night wear and go for stylish, fashionable yet comfortable nightwear . After a long hectic day in tight formal clothes, you want some relaxation and comfort while wearing a nightdress. A night of good sleep is essential for a good day. A comfortable nightdress allows you to sleep well and what would better serve the purpose than block printed cotton nightwear? So, in this content we talk about Block printed nightwear - Types of nightdresses Women like to wear different types of apparel as nightwear nowadays. Hence block printed nightwear is available now in different shapes, colors, and designs. Modern fashion concerned women want to bring style in their daily casual wear too. Therefore, here we will discuss different types of night dresses available in the market at present. ·          Baby dolls ·          Pajamas ·     ...

  This is the time of festivities. India is known to portray its colorful side during its festivals. If you are looking for a great and comfortable Festival wear, then hand block printed wear is one of the best options. Hand blocks have revamped and upgraded itself.   Here are some of the festive wear options that you can think of to try this festival season. So, checkout options available with the hand block printed festive wear for women - Hand Block Kurtis : Kurtis are a great option for festive wear. It is a versatile piece of clothing and can be teamed up with an array of clothes. You can wear a colorful hand block kurta with a colorful kalidar skirt. To complete the look, you can also wear a printed dupatta along with this. Indo Western Look : If you want to experiment with the indo western look then also you can try options of Indo western looks. In this you can try pastel shades with denims or team a great white kurta with hand block pants. If you are wonderin...

  India is known for its hot and humid summers. Almost 9 out of 12 months have a hot weather in most part of India. Naturally, cotton is often touted as a popular fabric amongst all to wear in India. Cotton is a natural fabric and a breathable fabric. As a result, it is extremely comfortable to wear. Also, it is cheap on the pocket and easy to maintain.   There are a few things that have become a staple amongst Indians when it comes to comfortable clothing. One such absolutely versatile and kind off Indo western clothing is the “Kurti”. Most Indians swear by it and are seen often wearing same in various occasions.   So, here are ways that you can complete your look with elegant and comfortable block printed cotton kurtis :   It is extremely versatile: The best part of wearing a Kurti is that it is an extremely versatile piece of clothing. You can almost team up a kurta with 1001 things. Right from denim pants, to a block printed skirt, to shararas, to ci...

Think of beach, swimwear and cold water lapping around on the beach. The best part of a beach is the beach wear . Think of colorful swim wear and accessories but the icing on the cake that takes the style a few notches higher is the sarong. Now, sarong is actually a rectangular piece of cloth that is usually tied around the hips over a swimwear. However, in reality that is only the tip of the iceberg. In reality there are a plethora of style’s that you can actually wear and try with a single sarong.   Here are diverse ways to wrap a sarong this summer and put your fashion foot forward –   Style it as a short skirt: This is also known as a side knot style and probably one of the most often opted one’s. For this all that you need to do is fold the sarong into half and then hold it below your belly button and wrap it around your waist. Tie the ends tightly so that it looks like a short skirt.   Style it like a top: Yes, you can also wear your sarong as a hater...