Goodies in block prints

In the suburbs of a large metropolitan city in Southern India, there are a few women's groups who have learnt the skill of block printing. The women who come from economically backward families are using their skills in block printing to create beautiful accessories like stoles, scarves, children's apparel etc. These products are now a steady source of livelihood for them. 

A few of their creations are displayed below - also availabe at A Full Moon.

Orange stole with gold leaf motif block printed

Blue stole with pink leaf motif block printed

Triangle block print motif on a beige stole

The women's groups also block print covers on journals and diaries (as seen below). Gorgeous raw silk covers in eye popping or elegant, timeless colours are printed with designs that are inherently Indian, though not necessarily traditional. 

Journal with autorickshaw motif on turquoise blue

Diamond pattern block print journal

Ganesha motif block print 

The groups were initiated by a non-profit based in the city and the women artisans continue to be encouraged and supported with design inputs and marketing efforts by them. Besides, income-generation opportunities, the non-profit works with the communities on maternal and adolescent healthcare and education.  

For more information about or to purchase these beautiful products, please visit A Full Moon. Alternatively, you can leave a message here or email us at pc.afullmoon@gmail.com.