The Art of Chikankari
Rooted in the royal courts of Awadh, Lucknowi Chikankari is an ancient needlecraft featuring delicate shadow work, French knots, and flat satin stitches. Our rural women artisans stitch each pattern entirely by hand, carrying on a tradition passed down through generations. This slow craft requires remarkable patience and optical precision.
The Purity of Zari Weaving
Banarasi weaving is defined by its gold and silver zari threads. Real zari is made by winding metallic wire onto fine silk threads, then electroplating it with pure 24-karat gold or silver. Woven by master weavers on handlooms using the historic Kadwa technique, where each motif is woven individually without loose threads on the back.
Imperial Zardozi Metal Embroidery
An ancient Persian metal embroidery technique that reached its zenith under Mughal patronage. Zardozi uses twisted gold wires, metal coils (salma), and beads to sew ornate, heavy three-dimensional floral and architectural motifs on velvet and raw silk backdrops. It is reserved for imperial couture drapes.
The Pure Textile Library
The House of Kaashi works exclusively with natural, tested yarns. From crisp, translucent organza to fluid georgettes and heavy double-twist Katan warp silks, each fabric carries certified densities and organic certificates from regional weaving cooperatives. We ensure no synthetic nylon mixes are ever utilized.