Zardozi comes from two Persian words: zar, meaning 'gold', and dozi, meaning 'work'. Zardozi embroidery is a type of metal embroidery. It was also used to adorn walls of the royal tents, scabbards, wall hangings and the paraphernalia of regal elephants and horses. Zardozi embroidery work involves making elaborate designs using gold and silver threads along with studded pearls and precious stones.

Initially, the embroidery was done with pure silver wires and real gold leaves. However, today, craftsmen make use of a combination of copper wire, with a golden or silver polish, and silk thread.

This workshop starts with the basics of handling the embroidery threads and learning different patterns.

After which we make a small composition with the stitches learnt during the initial practice

List of Material Included

1 - 9/9" Fabric

Embroidery Ring

Gold and Silver Zardosi threads

Needle

Thread

Scissors to be used during the workshop.

Fees: 2400/- inclusive of all material.

You get to take back the piece you make all other material for use during workshop.

Note: No certificate is provided for the workshop.

Date and Time: 21st September 2019, 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm

Duration of the event: 4 hours

Venue: Iteeha Studio

Shop No. 2, RR House, Opposite Ideal Industrial Estate, Mathuradas Mill ,Lower Parel West,Mumbai-400013