Tour Guide, Jaipur, India
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Introduction:
The programme leader will take you on a round of the factory and explain the different type of natural dyes are used in printing. They will show you different samples of hand block printed textile. They will also explain the Bagru printing process so that you can understand the technique before starting your own printing. They will show some live plants and bushes, parts of which are used in vegetable printing.
Hand on Printing Experience:
To start your own hands-on printing experience, you may select a carved wooden block from the available blocks. You will be able to print one piece of cotton scarf provided in your programme kit under the supervision of senior craftsperson. You will work on Sanganeer printing technique.
Post-Printing Process :
You will be taught about the post-printing process like boiling, dyeing, colour fixing, and washing. You will be taken through the process of post-printing followed by hands-on experience. You can take the finished fabric sample at the end of the workshop.
Cost of Programme Will Include :
1 cotton stole (1.80 meters)
Consumables and Services: natural dyes, printing & other materials used for pre & post-printing process.
Services of the workshop including wooden blocks.
Tea, bottled water and biscuits.
Others:
You can print extra items ( scarf, stole, cushion cover, cloth bag, table cover, apron & T-Shirt) at extra cost.
Lunch: you can order vegetarian lunch at extra cost (Non-Veg & eggs are not allowed in the compound).
Transport: contact us for an arrangement of a pool car (pick-up and drop from Jaipur city).