Khadi, a forgotten fabric which symbolizes freedom
India remains a land of hand woven textiles a tradiction know how never lost most famous under it’s and the common name KHADI. Usually made of cotton, it can also be blended with some wool, silk or linen. Revived by Mahatma Gandhi, Khadi became a symbol of self-reliance and independence, empowering rural artisans. Today, it stands as a sustainable fashion statement, blending heritage with modern trends.
Khadi fabric has recently become popular in fashion. Once regarded as traditional clothes, it has since changed to Indo-western clothes. The level to which outfits produced from Khadi cloth are becoming increasingly popular in western nations and Europe as well would astound us. In response to the widespread needs of the apparel and fashion industries, khadi cotton can now be found in various gsm and weaving technics.
The Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC) plays a crucial role in planning, promoting, organizing, and implementing various programs aimed at developing Khadi and village industries across rural indian textiles. KVIC is committed to empowering artisans and small entrepreneurs, fostering sustainable economic growth, and enhancing self-reliance in rural communities. Additionally, KVIC provides modern training facilities, promotes eco-friendly fabric initiatives like solar-powered charkhas, and supports the “Made in India”. To wear khadi was and still is a way to support sustainability, rural development and kraft while preserving India’s rich heritage.
How is made Khadi ?
It is a combination of 2 hand made steps. First, the fiber is turned into yarn using instruments like Charkha spinning wheels, and then the yarn is woven into fabric using hand looms.
At Green Tailor, our passion for discovering unique Handwoven textiles took us to various parts of India like Gujarat’s or Bihar state! But also in other regions of India like West Bengal for instance which is a state very famous for its handfull artisans making very fine khadi’s. Hand spinners and weavers remain in numerous and located in so many villages all around India. However, it is still important to help them, value, and promote their work; otherwise, like many craft techniques, it will vanish if the next generation isn’t educated and able to maintain itself.
If you interested to discover our range for artisanal fabrics you can go directly to the dedicated category ( send to artisanal fabric category) no MOQ on all these fabrics- We are selling various fabrcis all in ecru, natural fiber textiles color of the cotton such as khadi, organic cotton khadi but also kala cotton and wild silk.
If you are a professional and interested in creating a collection with artisanal fabrics, contact us at [email protected] to discuss about your project.
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