Colourful Painting's of India.

India is always full of art, tradition and culture. In rural village the peoples make a different types of art and craft work in various form. In India various types of painting's available from the ancient period.

 We want to bring some unique painting's of India, they are

Madhubani Paintings

Kalamkari Art: 

Patachitra Painting's

Kalighat Paonting's

Jamini Roy painting's

Batik

Mysore Painting

Rajput Painting

Mughal Painting

Tanjore Paintinng

These are the various types of Painting in India. If you want these painting's , you can get from several shops or from several online shopping store. You can decorate these painting's in your home, office

Top 10 Hindu Festivals Celebrate by Indian people.

India is a land of several festivals and these festivals are the heart of Indians people.India is full of tradition, culture either it is religion, food or language.There are most important festivals which celebrate by Indian's people.

1.Onam:

Onam is a 10 day festival celebrate by South Indian people.Onam always remember the return of King Mahabali and it remembers the tradition and culture of kerela. Every house was decorate with flowers and light and wear the new Traditional Silk sarees.

2.Sri Ram Navami:

According to Hindu calender Ram Navami falls on the 9th day of chaitra month. On that day Lord Rama birthday is celebrated. Devotees read the Ramayana and sing the bhajans and read the hanuman chalisha.

3.Maha Shivratri:

Maha Shivratri means the "great Night of Lord Shiva". According to Hindu calender every year it falls in 14th day of Krishna pakshya chaturdarshi of magha month.Most of hindu women wear new clothes and take fast whole day. Due to mythological Lord Shiva and mother parvati were married on this special day.

4.Krishna Janmastami:

Krishna Janmastami is the celebration of Lord Krishna birth. Every year it always falls on 8th day of krishna paksha in the bhadraba month. On this special day people observe fast and prepare some milk products and offer to Lord Krishna. On that day temples are decorated with flowers for festivals and prayers go to the midnight.

5. Makar Sankrati:

Makar Sankrati is celebrated on 14th january every year. Makar sankrati is the harvest festival and welcomes to the spring season.In that day people take the til ladoos and play with kite flying.

6.Ganesh Chaturthi:

Ganesh Chaturthi is known as Siddhi Vinayaka Chaturthi which is the birth of Lord Ganesha.This festival is celebrated from 4th to 14th day of fortnight of bhadraba(August- september).This festival is celebrated for 3 to 11 days and then immersed in the huge water.On that day people prepare a sweet dish called "Modak" offered to Lord Ganesha.

7. Raksha Bandhan:

Raksha Bandhan symbolize the great love of brother and sister.It is celebrated on the full moon day of shravan. On that day sister tie a holy thread on brother hand and brother promise to protect his sister always. Sister also take the return gift from his brother.

8. Navratri:

Durga Puja is celebrated all over India for Nine days. Every year it falls on Aswin Month. The first nine days celebrate to godess Durga and the tenth day is called dashami or dusshera. During the Navratri women's observe the fast for nine days and wear the new traditional silk sarees or lehenga choli.

9.Holi:

Holi is the festivals of color.The festival is celebrated in the phalguna month. on that day people prepare mouthwatering dish and go place to place for enjoy the festivals.

10.Diwali:

Diwali is the great festivals in India.It is also called "Festivals of Light".Due to mythological On diwali day Lord Rama returns to Ayodha with Goddess Sita and Brother Laxman from exile. Ayodha basi welcomes to Lord Rama by lighting small diyas all over their house.

Now all these festivals are coming soon so try to buy the new cloths from different Onlineshopping stores.

9 Occasions women love to wear sarees in india

Women like to drape sarees in traditional occasion, these are 9 most time when women like sarees.

1. Diwali
2. Eid
3. Kitty Party
4. Mehendi
5. Reception
6. Sangeet
7. Temple visit
8. Wedding
9. Christmas

Bomkai is traditional sari of Odisha.

Bomkai is the traditional saree of odisha which have threadwork, ornament borders and beautiful pallu. It is produced by the 'Bhulia ' community of sambalpur district. The saree woven in heavy with low count cotton and dyed in bright colors like black, red and white.

The weavers made the bomkai saree in loom.

On bomkai saree the weavers made the unique design like rukha, damru, kanthi flower, karela, peacock, fish and lotus flower( fish and lotus design symbolize the prosperity and good health). The bomkai saree available in both fabrics (cotton and silk). The borders design of the saree is called 'Mikta Panji ' which is a small design of diamond shape.

Bomkai saree of sonepur

In modern days the weavers made the saree with different colors. Mostly bomkai cotton saree wear casually in home and home function but the silk saree wear in the marraige day or functional Party. The designs always gives the gracious look to the women by wearing the saree. You can get the bomkai saree from the outside market, shopping mall, any saree shops. In today's life you buy these saree from online shopping which always reach to your door step. In odisha in any function the women's wear the bomkai silk saree to look unique in crowdy place.

The Award Winner Chaturbhuja Meher of sonepur design the saree for Aishwarya Rai on the wedding day.

Mariegold flower is the traditional flower in India.

From mythological times the mariegold  flower has a strong significance. Mariegold flower is the traditional flower from ancient period. The flower used as traditional cure and medicinal herbs. The petals are used fresh in salads and dried are used to color cheese.The color is called saffron .

 The beautiful flowers were used as the source of dye for fabrics. From the mariegold flower the yellow, orange and brown color obtained. The color used for the fabric to make the cotton saree or silk saree.

The flower is the favourite bloom for gods. On any ocassions without these flowers the decorated is incomplete. The flower always decorated in the most important day of  peoples life like wedding celebration.
No wedding celebration or decoration is complete without these flowers. Hence in many wedding the use of flowers is more important. The flower always gives the hapiness in the presence life. Special the flower is decorated in the temple place and serve the mariegold flower to Lord ganesha. you can find these flowers in several flower shop , any garden or through online shopping.

Origin Of Clothes and Fashion

Going back to the origins of clothing and its primary objective, we find protection from weather conditions like heat, rain and cold being the most important. Necessity over the luxury and therefore fashion emerged much later once the primary objectives could be easily fulfilled. Therefore going back to the roots and focusing on clothing’s purpose as something that protects us from water, we trace the evolution of the industry and most importantly take a look at modern innovations that have shown the potential to change the industry for good.

Waterproofing materials can be traditionally defined as materials that have been treated to ensure that water does not seep through it. While this definition explains the product in the most basic form, as we take a look at new age materials we find the definition changing. Taking a quick glance at traditional materials, we find mackintosh jackets and sauna suits being in the market for the longest time. In recent years, manufacturers have taken these materials and added to them far more advanced fabrics and technology that have not only enhanced the waterproofing/water-resistant quality of the materials but also focused on breathability and weight.

A very significant part of the sporting industry, water resistant or water absorbent materials have been developed by sports brands across the globe to ensure that athletes lose the minimum energy due to their clothing. This highly competitive market of materials for athletes has been a major boon for the industry as more and more companies are investing more than ever before in R&D. 

 

Here is a look at some new innovations:

The second skin 
Researchers at University of California have developed a fabric that acts like a second skin. They revealed that the fabric channels in the excess moisture and releases it into the atmosphere. This indicates the wearer is unlikely to feel any discomfort in spite of temperature changes outside that may result in sweating. For athletes and those involved in outdoor activities, the fabric is likely to be a major boost as it will provide more comfort during physically challenging activities that produce sweat. This is most likely the gym clothing material of the future.

Drop stopper

Xi Yao from Harvard and some of his colleagues got together to create a water repellent material that has the ability to stop a drop of water in its track while sliding on the fabric. Though it looks hard to understand what the application of such a fabric might be in the industry, the material can be considered a major breakthrough in water-resistant fabrics as it will be useful in creating fabrics that are self cleaning. The basic principle behind the material is that it is a two layered structure that has a liquid screen over an elastic material. On stretching, the surface pores open up making the surface more rough and thereby impeding the movement of liquid droplets on the surface. This isn’t all this super slippery material can do. The material can also change colour and the scientists claim is responsive to other factors such as temperature, light, chemicals, magnetism and electricity. It is clear that this fabric has a long way to go in the textile manufacturing industry and it has started with a bang.

Dry Dye

One of the largest sporting apparel companies in the globe recently revealed their new technology that they claim helps them save 25 litres of water per T-shirt. This is an incredible innovation that also reduces the energy and chemical consumption in the process of textile manufacturing. While this does not have a direct impact on water-resistant/proofing industry, it does speak volumes for the future of textile manufacturing and dyeing industry where water-conservation will play a major role.

Fire ant technology

In 2011, scientist at the Georgia Institute of Technology discovered something incredible about fire ants and how they react in water. A single fire ant was seen to be struggling but when a large number of ants were released in the water; they formed a water-resistant body where none of the ants were in contact with the water. This almost unbelievable feat was achieved by the ants with the help of air bubbles that they formed around the compactly created raft from all their bodies joined together. This flexible raft was a simple yet effective strategy to keep the water out. Since then the technology has been explored for the development of waterproofing fabrics with the help of robots that can replicate the behavior of the fire ants.

The future: What and How

Taking into consideration how rapidly the water proofing/resistant/absorbent material industry is evolving, it is evident that synthetic fibres are likely to take a major upper hand. This is mainly due to the control that the manufacturer has over the production of these. So while we will be seeing synthetic fibres showcasing the latest innovations of the manufacturers, we are also likely to see a surge in organic and natural fabrics, however in a niche market. 

For the sporting community, more intensifying competition would mean higher investment in technology that gives an athlete and edge over his competitor. To satisfy them is to satisfy a far greater audience who ardently follow their sporting heroes and would look to emulate their choice of fabrics. This is an interesting phase for the fabric manufacturing sector not just because the sportsmen are paying more but also because the common man has far higher disposable income than ever before and is looking for a new experience in every aspect of his/her life including the fabric that is in contact with their skins

Published in the Apparel Magazine (CMAI)

Odissi Dance - Another Traditional way to show Odisha's Talent to World

Odissi dance is a traditional and classical dance form the pre-history culture of odisha.Odishi dance costume give the graceful and sensual and it forms in three regions of body movements like the head,the chest(abdomen) and finally the pelvic.
           Now a days the youngers try to save the culture and heritage of odisha in the dance form.All Indian dance costumes are different and unique but in odissi dance costumes, jwellery and the make-up is most needed.The odissi dance costume require the most excellent color of traditional handloom silk saree from the weavers and the designs always show the richness of odia heritage with it's beautiful costume.

Odissi Dance - Image: Hindu

                  Odissi dance costume is similar to the traditional Bharatanatyam dance.Odissi dance saree always made of sambalpuri saree like pasapalli or bomkai and khandua silk saree .The handloom saree are made of solid colors with beautiful designs.In odissi dance they always prefer to the bright color saree with red and black blouse called kanchula but it designs with gold or silver thread  on the border.Then there is a pallu called Thallaippu which is a pleat made in the front to look good and unique.
Odissi dancer wear the silver jwellery like bangles, ear-rings,necklaces,anklets ,arm pieces and on foot they wear the ghunguru.Finally they make-up their face with white paint, red big bindi,red dark lipstick and lots of safety pins, etc.The make-up of odisshi dancer in the traditional form is kajal which applied around the eyes to give elongated look On the forehead where the red bindi worn a white kumkum or sandalwood powder put with a small bindi on all side.They put all the make-up with dance costume and finally they wore the crown called mahkoot.The crown mahkoot consist of two parts ,one is the ghobha which decorated with flower on back piece to look like a bun at the back of the head.
           Finally the odissi dance costume is fully prepared to give the poise of dance.

Makar sankrati

Makar sankrati  is an Indian festival which always falls on the same day every year(January 14). It is a special occasion for the hindu people and give the signal that spring season is arrived in india.

Makar sankrati symbolize to lord sun for to give more bright in life and never give the darkness for the new year. On makar sankrati the ladies wear the new beautiful traditional odisha sarees and go to temple to well wishes for their family. On this day children loves to fly the colorful kites in odisha.

In odisha people celebrate makar sankrati  by preparing the makara chaula (kheer)made of new rice, banana, jagerry(guda), sesame (til) and delicious sweets give to god .On this day devotees worship to sun god at great konark temple with great favour. From this day the day became lengthy and night become shorter. Where the old age people lives you find makar sankrati celebrates with a great joy by singing bhakti song or by kirtan.

Most people celebrate the new year from this day of makar sankrati. Makar mela also held in various place which you can buy the household things, puja materials, traditional wearand many more things.On this day every people sit together and eat their delicious sweets with prasad(makar chaula).

Sarees , salwar and other clothing sale is on high during this festival. Handloom sarees and designer sarees sale also in top during this period in odisha.

Christmas Celebration in india

Christmas is celebrated all over the world. The most celebrated holiday on the world in 25th december.In india previous christmas is a small festival but today christmas is the biggest and lovable festival.The festival is also celebrated by other religious in a full of happiness.

On this occasion every shop have the beautiful Christmas Tree,Ornaments,Presents and decorative items brought by the people on this festival. Every year the indian christians on the night of 24th they visit the nearest church with all family members.On this night church are decorated with flowers ,beautiful lights and candles and visit to jesus christ and take the delicious mouthwatering feast with yummy cakes.Presents are given to one  another and wish them the 'Merry Christmas'.India is a multicultural religious with different types of language spoken here.In hindi people told" Merry Christmas" ,in bengali" badodinar subhecha",in odia "bada dina ra subhakamana," and all over the world say "Merry Christmas " to all.

On this day the small child done the drama of jesus christ and finally sing the song and dress up of santa clause to make fun with people and distribute the presents to them.Caroling processions held on the 24th night.

On this day there house are full of lightining with a big star which floats on the air.In southern the christians put a small clay lamp on the top of the floor to show that jesus is the light of the world.

In india santa clause or father christmas give the present to children by cart or horse. Like this in "U.S" they beleived that santa clause deliver the presents to their home with a lot of fun.In "U.S" caroling procession held on 24th december.