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About Us – Divsi Kalamkari

Divsi Kalamkari is dedicated to preserving and promoting the traditional art of Kalamkari. Kalamkari is a beautiful hand-crafted textile art that involves painting or block printing designs on fabric using natural dyes. This ancient craft reflects rich Indian culture, heritage, and storytelling through detailed patterns and motifs.

At Divsi Kalamkari, we work closely with skilled artisans who use traditional techniques passed down through generations. Every piece is carefully created with patience, creativity, and attention to detail. The designs often include floral patterns, mythological stories, and nature-inspired elements, making each product unique and meaningful.

Our mission is to support local artisans, protect traditional craftsmanship, and bring authentic Kalamkari products to people who appreciate handmade art. We believe that every Kalamkari fabric is not just clothing or decoration, but a piece of cultural heritage.

Through Divsi Kalamkari, we aim to celebrate tradition, creativity, and sustainability while keeping this timeless art alive for future generations.

Printing Process – Divsi Kalamkari

1. Block Printing Process (Step by Step)

Step 1: Preparing the Fabric

First, the fabric (usually cotton or silk) is washed and dried to remove dust and chemicals. This helps the colour absorb properly into the fabric. The cloth is then ironed so the surface becomes smooth for printing.

Step 2: Designing and Carving the Block

A design is drawn on a wooden block and carefully carved by skilled artisans. The raised parts of the block form the pattern that will be printed on the fabric.

Step 3: Preparing the Colours

Natural or fabric dyes are prepared in trays. A sponge or brush is used to apply colour evenly onto the carved block.

Step 4: Printing the Fabric

The coloured block is placed firmly on the fabric and pressed with the hand. This transfers the design onto the cloth. The block is repeated carefully to create continuous patterns.

Step 5: Drying the Fabric

After printing, the fabric is left to dry in the sun so the colour can settle properly into the fabric.

Step 6: Washing and Finishing

Finally, the printed fabric is washed to remove extra dye and then ironed to fix the colours and complete the product.

2. Screen Printing Process (Step by Step)

(Typical process used for textile screen printing)

Step 1: Creating the Design

A digital or hand-drawn design is prepared. The design is transferred onto a transparent film.

Step 2: Preparing the Screen

A mesh screen is coated with a light-sensitive chemical called emulsion. The design film is placed on the screen and exposed to light, creating a stencil.

Step 3: Setting the Fabric

The fabric is spread flat on the printing table to ensure the design prints evenly.

Step 4: Applying the Ink

Ink is poured onto the screen and spread using a tool called a squeegee. The ink passes through the open areas of the mesh and prints the design onto the fabric.

Step 5: Drying the Print

After printing, the fabric is dried or heat-pressed so the ink fixes permanently on the fabric.

Step 6: Final Product

Once dried and finished, the printed fabric is ready to be used for garments, sarees, or home textiles.