Friday, October 30, 2009

Holiday Gift Ideas from ShalinCraft

The Customers, who buy "Holiday Gift Ideas" have given us following feedback :-
  • "This company is very excellent. I got a beautiful personalized card with my name on it, a gorgeous necklace, and a little painted container. It was what I'd ordered plus gifts! Very, very nice. I will order from them again. For sure!"
  • "I ordered this anklet for my daughter for her birthday and was so happy when it arrived before her birthday on the 7th!The presentation was EXCELLENT!I loved receiving the personal card with the note & the discount to share.I was very impressed.Thank you so much! ~Sangeeta"
  • "I was very pleased with the Caftan which arrived very neatly packed and just as shown in the illustration. The garment is well constructed and a perfect fit. It is a beautiful addition to my wardrobe."

Friday, October 23, 2009

Ethnic Indian Embroidery

Haven’t you ever wondered who makes those embroidered designs on your shirt or on those beautiful cushions? How do they make those beautiful designs with just a needle and thread? There’s a high probability that it was made in India, by the skilful hands of one of millions of regular Indian women who have mastered the art of embroidery.

Embroidery is an art. It is the expression of a woman’s deepest urge to create. In India, embroidery has reached high levels of sophistication. The stitches and motifs used are challenging even to the most skilled needlepoint expert. However, the women who stitch the beautiful designs you see on garments, home décor, wall hangings, and other such Indian items, have made it a part of their daily lives. The gorgeous embroidery is the natural expression of their creativity, with beautiful results.

Embroidery in India is centuries old. In the olden days, wearing beautifully embroidered clothes was the privilege of the maharajas and emperors. Gold, pearls and precious stones used in the embroidery was a sign of wealth and prestige. When these expensive materials were substituted by glass beads, wires, and mirrors, the common person also got access to the wondrous effects of embroidered clothes. Even today, we find these common materials- beads, wires, mirrors- used in imaginative ways throughout Indian embroidery with spectacular effects.

Because India is so large and diverse, embroidery has a distinct look and technique in every region. Each region uses different motifs, different materials and different stitches. However, in all needlework in India, the needle is pulled away from the worker.

Each region has its own style of embroidery…

In Bengal, the kantha stitch is a close darning stitch done in white thread. It depicts life on the move: folk stories, dancers, temples, deities, and animals. Because it originated in Bengal which is a coastal state in eastern India, the fish and the lotus are popular motifs in this style of embroidery. No two designs are ever alike for each embroidery artist fiercely tries to create her own unique pattern and not imitate others. Kantha saris, quilts, handkerchiefs, and pillow covers are popular. Check out the kantha stitch on these wall hangings and cushion covers...

The Banjara tribes of Gujarat, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh have their own style of embroidery as well. They use a lot of glass or mica or mirrors, which are thought to frighten away evil spirits who are afraid of their own images. Bright colors and beautiful stitches around the mirrors are characteristic of this style of embroidery. Beads and shells are also commonly used. Stitching mirrors, beads and shells into place requires complicated needle work, which the tribal women are skilled at doing. Purses, wall hangings and clothes are commonly embroidered in this way…
The embroidery of Gujarat and Rajasthan is the richest in design, stitch, and bright color combinations. The women of these dry areas make up for the lack of color and vegetation around them by embroidering a garden of colors and designs! Legend goes that, in Gujarat, the god Krishna freed thousands of women by killing an evil demon. These women hailed from different parts of the country and brought with them different kinds of needlecraft. This is why this region has the widest variety of embroidery styles.
Kutch embroidery especially flourished under the patronage of the princely state. Here, embroidered items were traditionally given as dowry for a girl’s wedding. The techniques of embroidery are handed down from mother to daughter. A massive earthquake in 2000 destroyed the Kutch region. Embroidery from this part of India is now very difficult to find. Shalincraft brings you embroidery from Kutch, such as exclusive wall hangings embroidered with care and talent.
Embroidery and appliqué are often used together as well. In the craft of appliqué, bits of material are joined together to produce stunning effects. Indian craftspeople use remnants of colourful saris and spare cloth for their appliqué. Torans or door hanging fringes are some of the most elaborate embroidered and appliqué items available in India. They are hung in every Indian home for a warm welcome.

In Karnataka, kasuti embroidery draws inspiration from the surrounding architecture. The designs are like the domes of the temples, called ‘gopura’. Animals are also popular motifs, including peacocks and, of course, the Indian elephant.

The Kashmir valley, now a war torn region, used to be a natural paradise. Full of flowers and maple trees, this northern region of India has some of the most exquisite craft work. Check out the floral embroidery from Kashmir on these bed sheets, brought to you by Shalincraft. Shawls are the most popular embroidered item in cool Kashmir. Some are embroidered with such skill that the pattern appears perfectly on both sides of the shawl. These are called ‘dorakkhas’. Check out these beautiful shawls from Kashmir, from Shalincraft, your reliable supplier of fine quality Indian crafts.

Punjab is famous for its phulkari work in floral patterns. This is a rich and colourful craft associated with the Jat tribe of Punjab. The phulkari veil is the prised possession of the village girl who wore it as a part of her wedding trousseau. It would traditionally be made by her mother, with love and affection. Bed covers, robes, stoles and wall hangings are embroidered in this style, especially in red, maroon and navy blue.

In Uttar Pradesh, the Chikan embroidery is said to have been introduced by Noor Jahan, the Mughal queen. Some of the patterns are believed to actually be her own! It is a dignified, subtle and feminine style of embroidery, difficult to do and attractive to wear. The grace and sophistication of chikan is unmatched in any other style of embroidery. It is best done on fine muslin cloth. Scrolling leaf and vine patterns are popular, as are paisley designs. We have beautiful chikan salwar kameez and saris, available at ShalinFashions.com

You’ll find the best of Indian embroidery at ShalinFashions. Check out our wall hangings, cushion covers, bedsheets and apparel. Amaze your friends with the gorgeous embroidery work straight from India. Each creation is the handiwork of a talented woman; each has a special story, waiting to be discovered!

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Long Skirt - Women's Dresses from India

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Although a certain look is always a rage because it is a season signature, the long slit
skirt is a classic gem that typifies elegant, understated glamour. Usually worn by women in their late 20s and 30s, long skirts are generally preferred by confidant, sophisticated women who can boast a life well lived. Leaf through any fall-winter fashion glossy, and there it is-long, slim and, if one's figure is hourglass personified, slit to the thigh. Forget about the flirty floor-skimming skirts of yore. These new-look long skirts, slit to mid thigh and snaking sinuously to the ankles in comfortable stretch fabrics, are a real class act. The difficulty with this chic look lies in successfully putting it all together. If you want to wear long, narrow skirts, the jacket has to be just the correct proportion and you must team it with high heels, or the look simply will not work.
Full peasant skirts, on the other hand, flatter most body types but in particular, petite girls should avoid wearing it, as it can tend to make them look too small in a crowd. Ankle-length peasant skirts are usually made of cotton voile and look best when teamed with a tank top and sandals. However, designers are increasingly going in for softer flowing fabrics like silk chiffon and organza for a light, graceful, even ethereal effect.

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Friday, May 1, 2009

Mother's Day Gift Presents from Shalinfashions.com

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  • "Colors vary a little from the picture, but are very beautiful, I look forward to making use of them. The delivery was much faster than i had expected and the quality seems superb. Thank you."
  • "Thank you so much for sending me this beautiful cotton dhurrie! The colors are even better than online & go very well in the same room as my Tibetan tankha. And your handwritten note is lovely too. Thank you so much. "
  • "This is a beautiful bracelet. The only reason why I am not keeping it is because it is too big for my arm. Too bad because I love it. Great service. "
  • "Super wonderful merchant! My order came all the way from India in record time!! Beautiful products that I can't even find in Austin, Texas, and their prices can't be beat! Much more than resonably priced. Thank you so much, I finally have some beautiful dresses!!! I will be a return customer and tell everyone about you!!! I will give each product a rave review as well!! "
  • "This was my first time ordering from ShalinIndia. The order was placed on Tuesday evening and arrived on Monday (all the way from India) using standard service. Everything was received in good condition. I am sure that I will buy from them again. "

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Friday, March 27, 2009

Summer Clothes from ShalinCraft

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  • Scarves were excellent. Arrived faster than expected from India. The way they were wrapped was above and beyond anything I have eve received. Excellent! I highly recommend this seller.
  • This scarf is beautiful! It arrived just 4 days after my order was placed to Texas all the way from India. I absolutely love it, and would buy from them again.
  • Many thanks for your excellent service. I received my order in three working days. The pictures do not do justice to the marvelous workmanship of these beautiful dresses. You have a customer for life! Thanks also for the hand-written note. --Sylvia— the scarf arrived beautifully packaged. It is a high quality silk with a very elegant design. I am very pleased with the purchase.

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Sunday, March 15, 2009

Anklet Bracelet from ShalinCraft

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  • "I ordered 3 items from ShalinIndia. The items arrived very quickly and they were even more beautiful than they appeared in the pictures! I will continue to order from ShalinIndia, and I highly recommend this company to everyone!"
  • "ShalinIndia service was perfect. This was a very first contact, but I intend of course to become a regular costumer."
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Monday, March 9, 2009

Bangles Bracelets from ShalinCraft

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EXCELLENT seller!! Love the bracelet...beautifully boxed..did not expect that!! Thank you!!
The bracelet was even prettier than I thought it would be, came extremely quickly, packaged wonderfully with a personal thank you note! I would definitely buy from this vendor again. Wonderful experience.
I love the bracelet and the order arrived before I expected it. A good experience.

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Monday, March 2, 2009

Indian Shawls from ShalinCraft

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Our Customers' Feedbacks:

  • "I wish I could rate more than 5 stars.. Not only is every shawl that I get from shalinIndia gorgeous.. but it's wrapped exquisitely and delivered with love.. I'm an addicted Shalin shopper!!! I plan to buy many more!"
  • "My shawl arrived really quickly, and is far more beautiful than it had appeared on line. I love it, and am very happy with the transaction. I will gladly buy from this vendor again."
  • "Amazingly swift service (1 week), items made to order at very reasonable price for Excellent quality. Lovely thank-you note and additional gifts included with each order. Thank you for a great buying experience."

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Friday, February 27, 2009

Scarf Wrap from ShalinCraft


Our Customers's Feedbacks:


  • "the scarf arrived beautifully packaged. It is a high quality silk with a very elegant design. I am very pleased with the purchase."
  • "i love the cotton scarv black and red! it was one of my Indian dream! the embroidered shawl is very pretty but i was expecting a smother fabric....anyway nice both thank you very much ana santos"
  • "Scarves arrived promptly, and appeared as I expected based on description and pictures online."
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