Embroidery is a special form of sewing, using different types of needles, and various colors of thread. However embroidery is not just restricted to thread; embroidery also includes stitching such things on fabrics as sequins, beads, pearls and almost anything you can think of.
Embroidery has been done long before ancient Egypt or even the ancient Chinese. Many different cultures have found their own way to highlight embroidery fabric. Extensive and elaborate embroidered fabric was a sign of wealth in many countries, the more colorful the embroidery was on peoples clothes, and other items, depended how wealthy that particular family was.
There are many different ways to do embroidery; from cross stitch to free embroidery, and surface embroidery as well as embroidered canvas work. People have used ribbon in embroidery by using many different types of knots.
India is very popular with the type of embroidery that they do. Aar embroidery needle is somewhat similar to a crochet needle; it is done primarily by the Muslims and is called Aari. Since religion is a main concern to Indian people, many fabrics of clothing have been embroidered in great detail and organized in various complicated ways, to form symbols and words for deities.
Floral designs are inspired by all cultures, and this is also very true for India. Their talent when it comes to embroidery with threads and beads is absolutley phenomenal. Embroidery can be done on just about anything. You can find it on cushions, wall art, handbags, also many of there shoes have ornate embroidery as well.
Over the years scarves and handbags have made quite an impression on modern women. With elegant beadwork and exquisite embroidered designs. Many of the handbags are embroidered in bright colours making an attractive fashion statement.
Embroidery is also popular on baby clothes and other baby items such as sheets and other bed linen. The selection of baby products is impressive, with the range of embroidered products growing extensively.
Once you see for yourself the elegance, the time, and the unique designs that come from India, you too will want to purchase some of these items for yourself. Any embroidered product from India would, definitely make a talking piece.
