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Crafts in India - Stone Carving Statues Sculptures from India
Crafts in India – Stone Carving Statues Sculptures from India
The art of stone carving developed in India a little later when compared to woodcarving. India has a huge resource of different varieties of stones and our skilled craftsmen fuse life into them. The Indian craftsman’s mastery over stone is best revealed in the architecture and sculptures found in Khajuraho temples. The intricate carvings found at Sanchi are...

Brass Statues – Lost Wax Metal Carving Sculptures in India
Brass Statues – Lost Wax Metal Carving Sculptures in India
Brass Sculptures from India, representing the traditional iconography of this ancient land. In India, statues, carvings and castings are made in attractive copper alloys like brass. The traditional methods are still employed in this field. India is the largest brassware manufacturing country in the world

 


Bronze Sculpture Statue Figurines and Collectibles
Bronze Sculpture Statue Figurines and Collectibles
An incredible collection of bronze sculpture, Quality Bronze Sculptures Standard & Custom Designs, bronze statues, Bronze sculptures, animal sculpture. Bronze is the most popular metal for casting metal sculptures. Bronze alloys carry the unusual and desirable property of expanding slightly just before they set, thus filling the finest details of a mould...

 


Wood Carving, Handmade Wood Statues & Sculptures
Wood Carving, Handmade Wood Statues & Sculptures
Wood carving is a traditional craft among number of tribal communities in Arunachal Pradesh. The main centre for woodcarving in the state is the Wancho area of Tirap district. They make figure heads, warriors, miniature morung, and figurines depicting different vocations common to rural life, animal figures, colorful masks and images of Lord Budha….

 


Terracotta Sculptures, Indian Clay Statue
Terracotta Sculptures, Indian Clay Statue
Terracotta is a ceramic material that has been used for building construction and decorative arts since ancient times in cultures around the world. Terracotta, which literally means “baked earth,” is made from natural clay, which gives it a characteristic reddish-brown color. The color varies slightly depending on the clay used. Terracotta may be glazed for extra durability or to provide color.

 


Marble Sculptures, Marble Carving Fine Art Sculptures in India
Marble Sculptures, Marble Carving Fine Art Sculptures in India
Immaculate Marble Sculptures with polished looks have intrigued generations of people with their refined beauty, sophistry and elegance. Timeless masterpieces of art the sculptures in marble stones radiate an air of aristocracy and luxury. Wonderful statues, idols, decorative pieces are sculpted from metamorphosed lime stones that are popularly known as marbles

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  • “If I could give a higher rating than 5 (Excellent), then I would! My merchandise arrived in a timely manner and in perfect condition. The Jamawar wool shawl is GORGEOUS!!! Absolutely stunning! Thank you so much for this awesomely beautiful fabric!”
  • “As always, ShalinIndia’s breathtakingly beautiful merchandise arrives promptly & neatly packed. Don’t let the fact that they are in another country deter you, as all merchandise is shipped International Air, all ready to wear with gusto or give presents that are sure to please. I gave the woman’s silk scarf to my niece and the man’s to her husband. Both were delighted. — One Happy Customer.”
  • “I have now purchased two stole/wraps from the seller and have been absolutely satisfied with my purchases. Both transactions were flawless, delivery times were within 4 days of purchase and the quality of the products have exceeded expectations.”

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Asian Bed Comfortable Bedspread or Bedcovers

Asian Bed Comfortable Bedspread or Bedcovers

Duvets and comforters are very popular because the casual look is in, and because they’re cheaper – you can have two or three for the price of a fancy bedcover. Some are reversible so you get two for the price of one. And most are washable. In addition, you can quickly dress the bed with them during the day and cover up with them at night another two-in-one benefit...


Cotton Block Print Bed sheets Flat Sheets and Bed Linens

Cotton Block Print Bed sheets Flat Sheets and Bed Linens

A bed sheet is a piece of cloth that is designed and used to cover a mattress. A bed sheet serves the purpose of keeping the mattress clean from dirt and provides a more comfortable feel to the sleeper than if he or she were to simply lay on top of the mattress with no sheet



Throw Pillow covers or Cushion Cover Case
Throw Pillow covers or Cushion Cover Case

Simple guidelines for what’s what in good pillows: it it’s not comfortable, don’t use it; and whatever you do, keep it clean. Frequent fluffing and airing will keep your favorite pillow free of sweaty odors and make it last longer. Feather and down-filled pillows are the softest and the most natural-feeling. But polyester, hollow-fiber filled pillows are also fluffy and comfortable. Throw Pillow Cover or Cushion Cover….



Woven Wool Bedspreads, Throw Bedding Covers
Woven Wool Bedspreads, Throw Bedding Covers

The bedcover bedspread throw in pure wool in jamawar jacquard design is in fact an enlarged version of jamawar jacquard shawl. It is particularly suitable for cold weather since it keeps the bed warm. Beside Jamawar bedspread throw is also very elegant to look at. The task of creating a jamawar shawl is complicated as the designs on these shawls are realized not by embroidery but by the simultaneous weaving….



Embroidered Table Cloth, Table Linens, Table Runners
Embroidered Table Cloth, Table Linens, Table Runners

Formal entertaining doesn’t mean you need an elaborate dining room set. Go for the unexpected to make things more interesting. A room can have a strong, elegant feeling using simple, mismatched elements. Here’s how you can do it on a shoestring budget. Cover a nondescript table with a beautiful table cloth and napkins…..



Applique Cotton Quilts and Comforters
Applique Cotton Quilts and Comforters

A quilt is a type of bedding— a bed covering composed of a quilt top, a layer of batting, and a layer of fabric for backing, generally combined using the technique of quilting. Another technique for securing the quilt layers is tying. Tying refers to the technique of using thread, yarn or ribbon to pass through all three layers of the quilt at regular intervals. These “ties” hold the layers together during use and especially when the quilt..



Decorative Wall Hangings for Home Decorations
Decorative Wall Hangings for Home Decorations

Wall Hanging made by the Rabari tribe living in the Kutch region of western Gujarat. These Asian decorating Tapestries are made of a mix of different kinds of waste rugs, in different colors, which are at once vibrant and provocative. This tribal art is a complex as well creative combination of patchwork, applique, mirror and thread embroidery..



Antique Tapestries Torans for Wall Decorations
Antique Tapestries Torans for Wall Decorations

All the communities of India decorate their doors with garlands on ceremonial days. Strings of mango leaves and saffron-colored, fragrant marigolds are hung in gentle loops on the door. These are called torans. However, toran is also the term applied to the various cloth, metal or paper buntings that are hung over the door. Scallops, triangles or inverted arches are most used in torans and each state…



Antique Areas Rugs and Durries
Antique Areas Rugs and Durries

Carpet weaving has strong traditions in India. In the early stages, the designs used in the Indian carpets were purely Persian. Besides the contemporary, traditional designs are also being revived. Durries made of fine Indian cotton as well as of imported Egyptian cotton, and of wool and silk are becoming popular



Designer Grass Yoga Mats, Exercise Mats
Designer Grass Yoga Mats, Exercise Mats

The chattai or grass mat is an indispensable part of an Indian household. India produces coir mats with improvised uses of coir, to even make mattresses. The mats have a fine upper layer and a coarse bottom one, and are stitched at the edges. Rolled and made to stand upright in a corner, when not in use, the chattai is used as an instant sitting space. Madder grass is collected, immersed in water and woven Mats..



Lampshade Colorful Embroidered for Home Decoration
Lampshade Colorful Embroidered for Home Decoration

ShalinCraft develops and offers different types of lampshades. These lampshades help to create a relaxing and dreamy environment in the home. These are designed in such way so that it could be the part of beautiful interior decoration. One can experience with edge effects, colors, blend modes, shadows, etc with these lamps. Influenced by the soothing and romantic ambience of the home invitees...



Wool Blankets or Throws, Pure Wool Blankets
Wool Blankets or Throws, Pure Wool Blankets

A blanket with a field of black is known as khes while a pattu has a white ground base; in both cases rough hand-spun wool locally produced and called pattanwadi is used. Apart from blankets, Jaisalmer and Barmer prduce shawls of quality, woven with softer and finer wool..



Adjustable Bar Stools Leather Seat
Adjustable Bar Stools Leather Seat

Leather bar stools are becoming more and more popular with each passing day. Many people enjoy the elegance and class these stools can add to any area of the home, such as the game room, dining room, or kitchen. It is important, in order to keeps everything looking its best that we learn what it takes to protect the stools from stains and the average wear and tear that could result from use..



Handmade Antique Metal Crafts & Collectible Artifacts
Handmade Antique Metal Crafts & Collectible Artifacts

The entire tradition of metal crafts probably arose from the warrior’s need to embellish his amour. His sword handle was probably damascened, the scabbard worked with gold and set with jewels, the dagger decorated despite its rapier sharpness, the shield and body amour enameled so that he went to the battlefield proud as a peacock..



Puja Gifts India, Puja Accessories India, Pooja Items India
Puja Gifts India, Puja Accessories India, Pooja Items India

Puja or Pooja is a religious ritual performed by Hindus as an offering to various deities or distinguished guests. It is done on a variety of occasions and settings, from daily puja done in the home, to temple ceremonies and large festivals, or to begin a new venture. Puja is modeled on the idea of giving a gift or offering to a deity or important person and receiving their blessing. The two main areas where puja..



Kathputli Dancing Puppet in Rajasthan
Kathputli Dancing Puppet in Rajasthan

Walk around Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, and it will require more than human effort not to be attracted by the arrays of puppets on display. The art of puppeteering has a long tradition in Rajasthan, but the puppets themselves are fairly simple creations. Mostly, they consist of painted wooden heads draped with dresses made from old fabrics and sequined for charm...



Paper Mache Crafts, Decorative Gift Boxes, Papermache Christmas Decor
Paper Mache Crafts, Decorative Gift Boxes, Papermache Christmas Decor

Presents are always very precious. They tell your dear ones how much you care for them. And when a present speaks for you, you must choose it carefully. It should be unique that no one else but you buys for your friends and family. It must have some meaning, some traditional values and of course a saga of creation. All these qualities are met when you choose an Indian handcrafted present..



Ankle Jewelry Sterling Silver Anklets from India

Ankle Jewelry Sterling Silver Anklets from India

The ankles and feet. Like all other parts of the body are extensively decorated. A large variety of rings, usually known as angushtha are worn on the feet. One type, especially popular in Rajasthan, is made of hemispherical forms joined with globular bells. There are also rings for toe...


Woman Foot Jewelry - Anklets and Toe Rings

Woman Foot Jewelry – Anklets and Toe Rings

Woman foot jewelry is a great fashion statement. Read about jewelry for your feet and anklets and toe ring for women. Paradoxically, the feet are considered to be the most polluted part of the human body and at the same time, the object of highest admiration and veneration….



Armlet Silver Handcrafted Upper Arm Jewelry
Armlet Silver Handcrafted Upper Arm Jewelry

Armlet is an ornament that is usually worn around the arm, especially the upper arm. In India, armlets are popularly known as `Baju Bandh`. In Rajasthan, the upper arm jewellery is an essential part of the marriage jewellery..



Back Belly Chain, Waist Jewelry in Sterling Silver
Back Belly Chain, Waist Jewelry in Sterling Silver

A belly chain or waist chain is a type of body jewelry worn around the waist. Some belly chains attach to a navel piercing; these are also called “pierced belly chains”. They are often made of silver or gold. Sometimes a thread is used around waist instead of a chain…..



Buy Cubic Zircon Costume Jewelry, Artificial Jewelry Online
Buy Cubic Zircon Costume Jewelry, Artificial Jewelry Online

Costume jewelry is essentially a 20th-century term for jewelry made form non-precious materials, such as imitation gemstones and faux pearls, set in silver or inexpensive base metals. In fact, however, early costume jewelry dates back thousands of years and many pieces incorporate semi-precious stones…..



Buy Earrings, Dangle Earrings and Studs in Sterling Silver
Buy Earrings, Dangle Earrings and Studs in Sterling Silver

Earrings and Ear Ornaments are worn through holes pierced in any of the external parts of the ear. Piercing is the only indigenous Indian system to hold ear ornaments. Studs can be attached to any part of the year, but especially the helix, tragus and lobe; the shank passes through the ear and…



Designer Cufflinks for Men, Sterling Silver Cuff Link
Designer Cufflinks for Men, Sterling Silver Cuff Link

Cufflinks, like other men’s accessories, are not just accents to a man’s wardrobe. They are actually a personal statement, or a fashion statement at the very least. It is true that you can tell a lot about a man by what he wears. As for cufflinks, a lot can be said about a man by his choice of cufflinks. Although cufflinks…



Buy Designer Indian Silver Jewelry Online
Buy Designer Indian Silver Jewelry Online

Pure Silver is too soft to withstand hammering. To provide it with more strength, it is generally alloyed with copper. The proportion differs according to the requirements of the objects that are to be made. Silversmiths have been important members of village communities form time immemorial. Besides silver, they make jewelry or ornaments….



Buy Sterling Silver Rings, Finger Jewelry
Buy Sterling Silver Rings, Finger Jewelry

There are hardly any people in the world who do not wear finger rings. In India, besides finger rings, there has been custom of wearing thumb rings too. Mudra and angushthi, the two Sanskrit words for ring stand for seal and thumb ring respectively. Today, the Hindi word anguthi is commonly used for finger ring but originally it stood for thumb ring. Mudra or mudrika is…



Designer Gemstone Jewelry, Gem Beads, Semi Precious Gemstone Jewelry
Designer Gemstone Jewelry, Gem Beads, Semi Precious Gemstone Jewelry

Gem stone jewelry pieces have a classic look that adds something extra to your unique fashion. It can change an entire outfit by transforming something dull into something noticeable and vibrant. Gem stone pieces are worn by both women and men. Anything from stud earrings to an engagement ring or…



Enamel Bangle Bracelet, Sterling Silver Bangle Set
Enamel Bangle Bracelet, Sterling Silver Bangle Set

Besides being the mark of a married woman, bangles in India have a tremendous amorous and romantic connotation. In classical Indian poetry, a woman’s pining for union with her husband or lover, is indicated by the bangles slipping from her wrist due to her becoming thin in the agony of separation from him. This Indian style bangle jewelry…



Gemstones, Gem Set, Healing Beads
Gemstones, Gem Set, Healing Beads

Gemstones are used with exceptional beauty in Indian jewelry. The very concept of a ‘maharaja’ conjures up images of a rotund royal, adorned in silk and decorated with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and other glittering gems. Indeed, India has always been obsessed with the beauty of gemstones…..



Handmade Wooden Jewelry Box, Keepsake Boxes or Storage Boxes
Handmade Wooden Jewelry Box, Keepsake Boxes or Storage Boxes

A jewelry armoire or Jewelry Box is the perfect companion for your beautiful jewelry. It’s the perfect home for storing those heirlooms and priceless pieces as well as your favorite fashion and costume jewelry. You can even tuck a few small trinkets in there for safe keeping. If you are really yearning to stand out of the crowd and present a memorable gift….



Silver Bangle Charm Bracelet, Bangle Bracelet Set
Silver Bangle Charm Bracelet, Bangle Bracelet Set

Bangle bracelets come in different styles and designs. There are designs that have clasps and there are designs that allow you to simply and easily slip your wrist through. There are wide silver bangles, and there are also thin bangles. Sterling silver bangle bracelets are..



Silver Gemstone Bracelets in Different Styles
Silver Gemstone Bracelets in Different Styles

Wrist ornaments or bracelets exist in enormous variety all over India. Rigid penannular bracelets of circular or ovoid form, which are cast or forged with animal-head terminals, are an extremely archaic type. Unlike bangles, they have an opening to facilitate putting them on and taking them off. Bracelets made of a flat metal band…



Silver Gemstone Pendant, Locket and Amulets from India
Silver Gemstone Pendant, Locket and Amulets from India

An Amulet/Good Luck Charm meaning “an object that protects a person from trouble”, is a close cousin of the Talisman, from the Greek, which means “To initiate into the mysteries”, consists of any object intended to bring Good Luck and/or protection to its owner. Amulet has a huge range of silver jewellery, both contemporary and classic. Birthstones and many semiprecious stones are…



Sterling Silver Charm Necklace with Gemstone and Beads
Sterling Silver Charm Necklace with Gemstone and Beads

Necklace is the very important part of Women’s Jewelry. Necklaces have always been especially popular because they are worn as an adjunct to the face and contribute much to concepts of facial beauty. They are found in a staggering assortment of forms, styles and materials. The most ephemeral, and arguably the earliest to be devised by man, is the ubiquitous Indian garland..



Sterling Silver Engraved Key Chain or Key Rings
Sterling Silver Engraved Key Chain or Key Rings

A keychain or key chain is a small chain, usually made from metal or plastic, that connects a small item to a keyring. The length of a keychain allows an item to be used more easily than if connected directly to a keyring. Some keychains allow one or both ends the ability to rotate, keeping the keychain from becoming twisted, while the item is being used. A keychain can…

Brocade Silk Long Rectangular Scarves & Handmade Accessories

Brocade Silk Long Rectangular Scarves & Handmade Accessories

Brocade silk rectangular Designer scarf are generally worn by Indian women on formal occasions. It has some extra shine coming from the metallic thread used in the fabric. Brocade is a luxuriant fabric made with or without gold and silver threads…


Brocade Silk Shawl, Pure Silk Shawls and Wraps

Brocade Silk Shawl, Pure Silk Shawls and Wraps

A silk shawl is considered to be the most luxurious type of stole in the fashion world. Due to its intricate embroidery, silk wraps make such a unique impression that it becomes the focal point of your whole wardrobe.


Chiffon Silk Ladies Fashion Rectangular Scarf

Chiffon Silk Ladies Fashion Rectangular Scarf

Chiffon is a type of fabric that gives a luxurious impression when being worn. It can be made from silk, cotton, rayon or even synthetic fibers. Chiffon is a specific way of weaving the fabric that gives it that see-through impression..


Chikan Kurti, Chikan Top, Embroidered Tunic Top

Chikan Kurti, Chikan Top, Embroidered Tunic Top

Chikan cotton tops have become a trendy choice amongst the young women who prefer comfortable and stylish apparels. Modern ladies tops embellished with rich chikan embroidery not only looks smart and but also accentuates the femininity of the wearer….


Cotton, Cashmere, Silk and Wool Scarves Stoles, Handmade Fashion Accessory

Cotton, Cashmere, Silk and Wool Scarves Stoles, Handmade Fashion Accessory

Scarves are the superlative “transitional wardrobe” item. It is said that a wardrobe is not a wardrobe without a complete range of scarves. Add some light, silk or cotton scarves to your spring outfits, you can keep warm and still be trendy when…


Cotton Head Scarves Dupatta for Women

Cotton Head Scarves Dupatta for Women

If you’re looking for the perfect day-to-day accessory, a cotton scarf is the answer. It may be simple and inexpensive compared to silk or cashmere scarves but just like a cotton tee, a scarf made from 100 percent cotton offers superior comfort. What’s more, a cotton scarf is…


Designer Embroidered Stoles Scarves, Silk Pashmina Wrap Shawls

Designer Embroidered Stoles Scarves, Silk Pashmina Wrap Shawls

A stole is a lady’s shawl, especially a formal shawl of expensive fabric used over a party dress or ballgown. A stole is typically narrower than a shawl, and of simpler construction than a cape; being a length of a quality material, wrapped and..


Designer Fashion Accessories, Women’s Casual Clothing Accessory

Designer Fashion Accessories, Women’s Casual Clothing Accessory

Fashion accessories are decorative items that supplement one’s garment, such as jewelry, gloves, handbags, hats, belts, scarves, watches, sunglasses, pins, stockings, bow tie, leg warmer, leggings, necktie, suspenders, and tights..


Designer Parasols, Beach Sun Umbrella Summer Fashion Accessory

Designer Parasols, Beach Sun Umbrella Summer Fashion Accessory

A designer parasol umbrella or parasol is a canopy designed to protect against precipitation or sunlight. The term parasol usually refers to an item designed to protect from the sun, and umbrella refers to a device more suited to protect from rain..


Elegant Handmade Beaded Embroidered Leather Casual Footwear

Elegant Handmade Beaded Embroidered Leather Casual Footwear

Handmade shoes slippers from India with simple styling perfectly accented. Perfect footwear when men or women just want their feet to relax and breathe fresh air. Wear them in your house for all season comfort, or wear them outdoors in mild and warm weather..


Embroidered Stole Scarves Wrap Cloth for Women

Embroidered Stole Scarves Wrap Cloth for Women

Stole – A long wide scarf or similar covering worn by women usually across the shoulders. Early Sanskrit literature has a wide vocabulary of terms for the veil or stole, such as avagunthana, niringi, nirangika, mukhapata, siravastra, and yavanika..


Gujarati Hand Embroidered Shawls and Wraps Handmade Gifts

Gujarati Hand Embroidered Shawls and Wraps Handmade Gifts

Gujarati Shawls are no longer limited for use during only the cold winter months. They have become fabulous ways of spicing up your winter outfits. Men and women could take advantage of the trendy and fashionable look of shawls to enhance and improve their appearances..


Hand Painted Silk Scarves, Printed Scarf for Women

Hand Painted Silk Scarves, Printed Scarf for Women

Painted Silk scarves are a classic, timeless fashion accessory for use by both men and women. These gorgeous fashion accessories can add the final touch to your fashion attire. You can use them on any occasion or give them as gifts to special friends or relatives..


Hand Printed Designer Pure Silk Scarves, Fashion Silk Head Scarf

Hand Printed Designer Pure Silk Scarves, Fashion Silk Head Scarf

Pure Silk Scarves– the very word conjures up visions of a fabric so soft, so smooth, so splendorous, it is fit for a king. The highly revered fabric is associated with ceremonial rites among the Hindus and the religious books are full of references to it...


Handwoven Jamawar Wool Shawls, Womens Gift

Handwoven Jamawar Wool Shawls, Womens Gift

Shawls are meant to be worn on any occasion; to a dinner party, to a wedding or just as protection from the cold. Jamawar wool shawls keep our body warm. There are various types of shawls available today but the jamawar shawl is one worth mentioning. These shawls.


Jamawar Wool Stoles Scarves Outerwear Wrap

Jamawar Wool Stoles Scarves Outerwear Wrap

The literal meaning of jamawar is ‘grown piece’, the technical and trade name for a shawl cloth or long shawl. Such pieces are woven on loom, have an intricate pattern, and can be used as dress material for chogas, achkans, sherwanis, gowns, jackets or shawls...


Kashmiri Embroidered Wool Wrap Shawl

Kashmiri Embroidered Wool Wrap Shawl

Kashmir’s handicrafts are an exquisite expression of the refined skill and talent of her artisans.The Kashmiri shawl is of superior quality, soft, warm and charmingly embroidered. It is made of three types of wool: Shahtoosh which comes from a rare Tibetan antelope, and..


Long Skirt Top Sets, Summer Sundresses and Women’s Skirt Set

Long Skirt Top Sets, Summer Sundresses and Women’s Skirt Set

Skirt top sundress in matching designs is great for your summer wear. The light fabric like georgette, rayon etc. makes the dress light. There is inner cotton lining to give proper fall and also make the clothing non transparent. Skirt and top are...


Square Wool Scarf, Designer Jamawar Scarves for Women

Square Wool Scarf, Designer Jamawar Scarves for Women

If you live in the northern hemisphere (or the extreme southern hemisphere), winter wool jamawar scarves are a must. When the winter winds get blowing and the snow starts falling it is all you can do to keep it away from your body and outside where it belongs...


Mediation Prayer Shawl Stoles, Wool Tallit Prayer Shawls

Mediation Prayer Shawl Stoles, Wool Tallit Prayer Shawls

These meditation prayer shawls, prayer wrap dresses in pure wool paisley jacquard patterns are also called tallits in Jewish tem of meditation. Large size and dense weaving of these pure wool shawls are meant to keep the body warm during prayers and meditation. The prayer shawls stole..


Paisley Wool Wrap Shawl, Gifts for Her

Paisley Wool Wrap Shawl, Gifts for Her

Paisley Wool Shawls stole is the most elegant of all shawls made in India. Often people seem to value these shawls even more than pashmina cashmere. This is because paisley is warmer and the designs are classic, created in 19th century. Cashmere pashmina ..


Pure Cashmere Pashmina Stole Scarf from Kashmir

Pure Cashmere Pashmina Stole Scarf from Kashmir

Pashmina is an adventure of considerable scope and daring, taking you through a grand tour of the finest fabric known to the world. Its subject matter is nothing less than Indian textile history brought up to date with the patterns and colours of present-day attire...


Pure Wool Shawls and Wraps, Large Woolen Shawls

Pure Wool Shawls and Wraps, Large Woolen Shawls

The word “Shawl” and most people instantly think of Kashmir; the shawl and Kashmir are synonymous; and rightly so, for the finest of Indian shawls have always come from here. Wool itself has a long tradition in India, judging from the copious references in ancient literature and texts. According to legend, woollen cloths..


Silk Pashmina Shawl, Cashmere Silk Wrap Dress for Women

Silk Pashmina Shawl, Cashmere Silk Wrap Dress for Women

These elegant & warm, silk pashmina shawls from India are made in blend of 50% silk & 50% pashmina. These shawls stoles in soft flowing silk and wool blend fabric is meant for every day casual as well as business wear. A good blend of silk and wool..


Silk Wool Scarves Stoles Handmade Gifts from India

Silk Wool Scarves Stoles Handmade Gifts from India

From the earliest times to the present, shawls have been part of the great tradition of Indian textiles, especially that of weaving. Some were famed throughout the world as the luxurious merchandise of kings and emperors, some were epics of the people...


Summer Fashion Indian Cotton Kurti Top for Women

Summer Fashion Indian Cotton Kurti Top for Women

Fashion Industry in India offers the breath-taking beautiful clothes when it comes to women apparels. Women apparels have always been the back bone of the fashion industry world over. Indian women apparels have thousands of years...


Tie Dye Wool Shawls Stoles, Embroidered Printed Wraps

Tie Dye Wool Shawls Stoles, Embroidered Printed Wraps

Tie dye wool shawls stoles are great for every day use. They are tough and do not wear out easily. Women in India loosely wear it over the shoulders, upper body and arms, sometimes also over the head. These shawls are...


Viscose Pashmina Stoles Wraps Scarves

Viscose Pashmina Stoles Wraps Scarves

A fashion wrap dress scarf stole in viscose, rectangular wool blend women’s accessory is meant for every day casual wear. A good mix of viscose and wool fabric renders the fancy stoles some unique softness. These stoles are amazingly soft and made...


Winter Shawls Stoles Wraps, Embroidered Wool Shawls

Winter Shawls Stoles Wraps, Embroidered Wool Shawls

Winter shawls. During those really cold nights, wouldn’t it be nice to have those fabulous fur coats? But the problem is you cannot afford them. Well don’t worry because there is a substitute that is just as great in quality and even better in price. Winter shawls...


Women's Cotton Kaftan Robe Embroidered Party Dresses

Women’s Cotton Kaftan Robe Embroidered Party Dresses

Unlike a sarong or a sun dress a women’s cotton kaftan is usually made out of much lighter material, which means that the wearer stays cooler for longer. There is also the added attraction that a cotton caftan...


Chikankari, Chikan Embroidered Cotton Indian Sarees

Chikankari, Chikan Embroidered Cotton Indian Sarees

Chikan embroidery is a very attractive and delicate style enhanced through the use of a single colour. The origin of the word Chikan has not been traced. Perhaps it originated from the word…



Bridal Saree Collection Wedding Sarees Online
Bridal Saree Collection Wedding Sarees Online

Sari, the traditional garment worn by Indian women, has been a preferred choice for the brides in India, since ages. In fact, initially, sari was the only option considered by Indian brides…..



Buy Silk Sarees or Silk Sarees from India
Buy Silk Sarees or Silk Sarees from India

Silk Sarees are woven in regions of West Bengal away from the delta, in the northern (Murshidabad) and south-western districts. Sarees with white, undyed fields and simple coloured borders….



Sari or Saree, An Indian Women Traditional Clothing
Sari or Saree, An Indian Women Traditional Clothing

A long strip of colorful multi-patterned cloth, sensuously wrapped around the body, and teemed with a blouse! Is this not how sari, the traditional clothing….



Tie Dye Sarees, Bandhani Saris or Patola Sari
Tie Dye Sarees, Bandhani Saris or Patola Sari

Tie dye Sarees and Patola Sarees are combination of the craft of tie-dying (Bandhana) and weaving. Patola is mostly in use as a wedding saree in Kathiawar and Gujarat. n Java and in Indonesia too the Patola fabric is used for wedding dresses….



Kurta Pyjama for Men, Traditional Indian Clothing
Kurta Pyjama for Men, Traditional Indian Clothing

Kurta Pyjama, consisting of two pieces of garments, is one of the basic clothing of the Indian men. The first garment is a kurta that is like a loose long shirt almost reaching the knees, whereas the second one is the pajama or pyjama….



Indian Designer Short Cotton Kurta for Men
Indian Designer Short Cotton Kurta for Men

Men comfortable cotton shirt, short kurta from India. The development of the upper garment, known as the Kurta, probably began in the nineteenth century and it is, at present, a popular garment among men of Rajasthan. The length and girth of the Kurta….



Sundresses, Beach Wear Dresses, Casual Summer Dresses
Sundresses, Beach Wear Dresses, Casual Summer Dresses

A sundress is an informal dress of any shape in a lightweight fabric, most commonly cotton, intended for summer wear. The dress is intended to be worn without a layering top, and the design must therefore cut a balance between modesty and allowing sun exposure….



Girls Cotton Long Skirts Jupe Spring Summer Fashion
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El festival de Raksha Bandhan se observa en el día de luna llena de la palabra ‘Raksha “significa protección. En este auspicioso día las mujeres y las niñas tie-como un amuleto hilo alrededor de la muñeca derecha de sus hermanos en señal de protección contra el mal ensuling durante el año.

Según escrituras Shachi, la consorte de Indra, el dios de los cielos, atado por ejemplo un mantra cargado hilo alrededor de la muñeca derecha de su marido cuando fue deshonrado en la batalla por el demonio fuerzas. Indra nuevamente luchó y obtuvo una convincente victoria sobre los demonios, y recuperado su capital perdido Amravati. El miedo amuleto le ayudó a derrotar al enemigo.

El hilo se llama “Rakhi” y está compuesto de unos pocos colores cototn o trenzado los hilos de seda o hilos de oro o plata. Los hermanos a sus hermanas dan regalos de dinero, ropa y otras cosas valiosas a cambio. Alimentar a sus hermanas, hermanos con dulces, frutas secas y otras delicias en esta ocasión.
Sacerdotes brahmanes y corbata también este tipo de hilo alrededor de la muñeca de la mano derecha de sus clientes y recibir regalos. Que recitar un mantra o un himno sagrado, mientras que hacerlo para cargar el hilo con el poder de protección.

Yeri baddho Raja Danavendro Mahabalah de Bali,
Diez tvam Pratibandhanami rakshe desafíos ma ma desafíos.

El hilo cargado con la potencia de la mantra protege al usuario de todos los males. Coco Barfi se prepara especialmente en este día.

No hay ninguna parte de la India, donde las mujeres no son objetos de adorno con cubierta de pies a cabeza. However, all ornaments are not worn all the time on the body. Sin embargo, todos los adornos que no se lleven todo el tiempo en el cuerpo.

Handmade Indian Silver Gemstone Jewellery Set

Handmade Indian Silver Gemstone Jewellery Set

The minimum that a married Hindu, orthodox woman whose husband is still alive, would routinely wear includes bangles , finger-rings , a simple necklace , small earrings and anklets . El mínimo que un matrimonio hindú, ortodoxa mujer cuyo marido está todavía vivo, que habitualmente incluye el desgaste de brazaletes, anillos de dedo, un simple collar, pendientes pequeños y tobillo. In more conventional pockets of Hindu castes, even today it would be posible to recognise a woman’s personal and social status from her dress and ornaments. Más convencionales en los bolsillos de castas hindú, incluso hoy en día sería posible el reconocimiento de la mujer condición personal y social de su vestido y ornamentos. A bride would be proverbially decked up from head to toe and a newly married woman would wear noticeably more ornaments, while going out. Una novia se proverbially cubierta desde la cabeza a los pies y una mujer recién casada desgaste notablemente más adornos, mientras que salir. On the occasion of attending a marriage ceremony or celebrating a festival too. En ocasión de asistir a una ceremonia de matrimonio o la celebración de un festival demasiado. Women take out their best jewellery to adorn themselves. Las mujeres toman sus mejores joyas para adornar mismos. A  widow would not be allowed to wear any ornaments while, in certain areas such as Rajasthan. La viuda no se permite llevar ningún ornamento, mientras que, en determinadas zonas, como Rajasthan. Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh or parts of Maharashtra she would continue to wear her silver anklets and a couple of toe and finger-rings. Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra o partes de ella seguirá su desgaste Plata tobillo y un par de dedos y los dedos anillos. Differential treatment of widows is more common among the more orthodox segments of the Hindu society. Un trato diferenciado de las viudas es más común entre los sectores más ortodoxos de la sociedad hindú.

Most of the tribal communities of the central Indian tribal belt – from Gujarat to Orissa – do not segregate their widows so obviously. La mayoría de las comunidades tribales de la India central cinturón tribal – desde Gujarat a Orissa – no separar sus viudas tan evidentemente. Tribal widows of this belt continue to wear simple silver ornaments on their wrists, ankles, neck, ears, fingers and toes. Tribales viudas de este cinturón de continuar a usar simples adornos de plata en sus muñecas, tobillos, cuello, orejas, dedos y dedos de los pies. Besides being an adornment, silver ornaments are their sole wealth and they do not wish to part with them for economic reasons. Además de ser un adorno, adornos de plata son su única riqueza y no desean que parte con ellos por razones económicas.

La moda-consciente de haber sabido desde hace cientos de años que un elegante pashmina bufanda, envasen, o chal es un maravilloso toque final a cualquier atuendo, formal o casual. In fact, just a few pashminas will breathe new life into your entire wardrobe. De hecho, a pocos pashminas de insuflar nueva vida a todo su armario. But what exactly is a pashmina, where do they come from, and how do you wear one? Pero, ¿qué es exactamente un pashmina, ¿De dónde vienen, y cómo llevar una?

Pashmina Bufanda de ShalinCraft

Pashmina Bufanda de ShalinCraft

Pashmina is a blend of wool and silk often used in the Western Parts of Asia and beyond. Pashmina es una mezcla de lana y seda, a menudo usado en las partes occidentales de Asia y más allá. Although Pashmina is used for a variety of things, one of the Pashmina aunque se utiliza para una variedad de cosas, uno de los
products it is most often used for is scarves and shawls. productos que se utilizan para la mayoría de las veces es bufandas y chales. In Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, and also further East you will find men and women wearing Pashmina scarves of all colors, sizes, and patterns. En Afganistán, la India, el Pakistán, y también más oriental se encuentra el hombre y la mujer llevaban bufandas Pashmina de todos los colores, tamaños y modelos.

Pura Pashmina bufandas, chales y estolas se tejen con la lana suave (pashm) del cuello y el bajo vientre de la cabra montés (Capra hircus), que prospera en las regiones de Ladakh y Tíbet mesetas. The high altitude, combined with the mountain goats meager diet and inherent genetics, enable it to grow a coat of wool which is among the finest and warmest on earth. La gran altitud, combinada con la escasa dieta de las cabras de montaña y la genética inherente, a fin de que pueda crecer una capa de lana que se encuentra entre los mejores y más cálidos de la tierra. The animal is not harmed in this process, the hairs being removed through combing; but only small amounts can be obtained, as little as five ounces from one animal in one year. El animal no se vea perjudicada en este proceso, los pelos de ser eliminado a través de peinado, pero sólo una pequeña cantidad se puede obtener, tan sólo cinco oz. de un animal en un año. A single shawl can take the wool from five to six goats. Un solo puede tomar el chal de lana de cinco a seis cabras. Wrap yourself in pashmina scarf and you will never want to take it off. Envolver en su cuenta pashmina bufanda y nunca desea tener que retirarse.

Kalki, el décimo y último avatar de Vishnu es la encarnación de que aún está por venir. When Krishna ascended to heaven, the Kali Yuga began. Krishna cuando ascendió al cielo, comenzó el Kali Yuga. This is the final age on earth as it decays to its inevitable end  at the completion of the four Yugas. Esta es la última edad en la tierra como se desintegra a su inevitable final al término de los cuatro Yugas. Kalki would arrive on earth to end this final and degenerate age. Kalki llegaría en la tierra para poner fin a esta final y degenerar edad. After that a new cycle of Yugas will begin with the Krita or Satya Yuga, when righteousness and prosperity will once again prevail on earth. Después de que un nuevo ciclo de Yugas comenzará con la Satya o Krita Yuga, cuando la justicia y la prosperidad, una vez más, prevalecen en la tierra.

Kalki, as an avatar that has not yet appeared, naturally has no myths but the Puranas are full of descriptions of the state of the earth when he will arrive. Kalki, como un avatar que aún no ha aparecido, por supuesto, pero no tiene la Puranas mitos están llenos de descripciones de la situación de la tierra cuando él llegue. He will appear when falsehood and wickedness fills the earth and tyrannical kings rule everywhere who kill women, children, and cows. Que aparecerá cuando la falsedad y maldad llena la tierra y tiránico imperio reyes de todo el mundo que matan mujeres, niños y vacas. The worship of the gods will wane and the people will take refuge from flowers, and leaves. El culto de los dioses y de disminuir la población refugiarse de las flores, y hojas.
The Kalki Avatar is depicted as a man riding a white horse and with a sword in his hand. El Avatar Kalki es representado como un hombre montado en un caballo blanco y con una espada en la mano. Sometimes he is described as a giant with a horse’s head. A veces se describe como un gigante con una cabeza de caballo.

The Kalki Purana predicts that he would be born in a Brahmin family and will have superhuman qualities. El Kalki Purana predice que sería nacido en una familia brahmán y tendrá superhumano cualidades. he will annihilate the wicked, save the good and re-establish the rule of righteousness on earth. va a aniquilar a los impíos, salvo el bien y volver a establecer el imperio de la justicia en la tierra. Brahma will then awake from his cosmic sleep to begin the work of creation and the next Krita Yuga will then begin. Brahma entonces despierta de su sueño cósmico para comenzar el trabajo de creación y de la próxima Krita Yuga entonces empezar.

El Nataraja (rey de los bailes) postura representa el momento de su dinámica. Here, the creator aspect is signified by the drum in the upper right hand, standing for the primordial sound. En este caso, el aspecto creador es manifestado por el tambor en la parte superior derecha, de pie para el sonido primordial. The preserver aspect is indicated by the posture of benevolence and fear not, of the lower right hand., standing for the granted consequent on the kindling of the fire of wisdom in the aspirant’s heart, the fire that is held in his upper left hand. El aspecto conservador está indicado por la postura de la benevolencia y el miedo no, de la parte inferior derecha., De pie a la concedida como consecuencia de la de encender el fuego de la sabiduría en el corazón del aspirante, el fuego que se lleva a cabo en su parte superior izquierda.

Siva as Nataraja (King of Dances) Siva Nataraja como (el rey de Danzas)

Siva as Nataraja (King of Dances) Siva Nataraja como (el rey de Danzas)

The fire is lighted with one’s total surrender at the feet of the Lord as suggested by the lower left hand pointed to the feet. El fuego es encendido con una total entrega a los pies del Señor, como se sugiere en la parte inferior izquierda se refirió a los pies. The dance itself and the fire encircling the image stand for thee destruction of evil propensities once we open ourselves up to him, for in destruction lie the seeds of regeneration toward the state of divinity. La danza en sí y el fuego que rodea la imagen de pie para ti la destrucción del mal propensiones una vez nos abrimos a él, se encuentran en la destrucción de las semillas de la regeneración hacia el estado de la divinidad. At he base of the image evil personified is shown as equilibrium that the primordial elements – sattva, rajah and their base. En la base de que la imagen se muestra el mal personificado como el equilibrio que los elementos primordiales – sattva, rajah y su base. The crescent moon on his forehead signifies the gradual awakening of divine consciousness in us. La luna creciente en su frente significa la gradual despertar de la conciencia divina en nosotros. The snake means the awakening of the divine energy, as has already been indicated. La serpiente significa el despertar de la energía divina, como ya se ha indicado. The vehicle of Shiva is the bull which stands for our animal nature that has bee brought under his total control. El vehículo de Shiva es el toro que corresponde a nuestra naturaleza animal que tiene la abeja bajo su control total.

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