The Art of Applique
SOME DESIGNS ARE TRENDY, BUT THESE ARE LEGENDARY—CRAFTED TO LAST, SEASON AFTER SEASON.
About artisan
A Dedicated Artisan Empowering Women Through Traditional Crafts
Ruchi Lokesh Tank is a passionate and skilled artisan who has devoted her life to preserving and promoting traditional art forms. Her journey began in childhood, where her love for art and craft blossomed into a lifelong passion. Born and raised in the culturally rich region of Kutch, Ruchi mastered the intricate skills of Kutchhi embroidery, beadwork, appliqué work, and jewelry-making.
About Craft
Appliqué work from Kutch, Gujarat, is a traditional art form that brings together vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and skilled needlework to create stunning textile designs. This technique involves layering and stitching pieces of fabric onto a larger base fabric to form beautiful motifs, often inspired by nature, folklore, and cultural symbols.
This traditional art form has been passed down through generations within Kutch’s rural communities, and it reflects the rich cultural heritage and artistic spirit of the region. It’s more than a craft—it’s a visual narrative, expressing the artisans’ connection to their land and cultural identity.
