Designed in different patterns and prints, the Bhopalites can now explore 'The Magic of Maheshwari 2013' in an exhibition-cum-sale.
An exhibition 'The Magic of Maheshwari 2013' is being organised in the city by Mrignayanee Emporium of Madhya Pradesh Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation, GTB Complex.
The exhibition that began from Saturday and would conclude on July 21, showcases an enormous varieties of MP's one of the oldest fabric materials — Maheshwari.
One could find a wonderful collection of sarees, suits and dress materials in Maheshwari, Chanderi and Silk materials. Manager of the GTB Complex Ml Sharma told The Pioneer, "This is not the first
time we are organising an exhibition-cum-sale on a particular material. Few months before, we had organised an exhibition-cum-sale on Chanderi that received a huge response. Moreover, we hope the same response for this exhibition as well." Elaborating further, he said Maheshwari cloth material is always liked by the people and also attracts the tourists as well. More than 60 different designs in Maheshwari material are displayed in exhibition from Khargone district of the State. There is an array of vibrant colours like green, ocean green and ocean blue along with shades of yellow, brown, sky colours and colours in contrast.
These materials have been designed in different patterns and prints. There are printed materials beautifully embroidered with Batik print, Dabu print, Hand-Block print and one of the most renowned and loved in all seasons, Bagh print. There is also a range of running material (Thaan) in different varieties as well.
ladies, who want handcraft Dabu, Bagh and Batik prints fabric, can visit this fair and can fill their wardrobes at affordable price. He also said that similar exhibitions would be organised in the future as well.