ADORNMENT OF HANDICRAFTS AND ITS EFFECTS ON TRADITIONAL DRESSES - A STUDY OF GUJRAT

This study explores the upliftment of cultural beauty of handicraft, which incorporates the techniques of traditional hand embroidery design and a simple hand woven structure into construction in particular the state of Gujrat. The project was designed to have traditional and cultural significance, so it reflects the richness of artcraft of Gujrat state. The results of the study revealed a great possibility of adaptation of modern era designs. This provides innovation and new creative ideas which helps greatly in the development and growth of garment industry. The basic challenges encountered involved the variations in yarn sizes used, the long floats associated with some weave and embroidery styles and the limitations associated with the weave frame used for the project.