Artistry
Hand Embroidery
Hand embroidery is a rich legacy of Bharat that we hold dear and create expertise in our atelier. At Aranyani, hand embroidery brings texture, light and depth to each creation.
The Atelier
About Hand Embroidery
Our artisans work with gold zari, a craft with at least 800 years of history, to create luminous lines, intricate motifs and richly detailed surfaces. The Ari work adds fluidity and precision, with a hooked needle guiding thread to leather to form delicate patterns and sculptural embellishments.
Tufting introduces softer, dimensional texture, creating tactile contrasts within the design. Crystals and pearls are placed by hand to add considered brilliance without overpowering the composition.
The result is an artwork of craft and couture, where every stitch contributes to the story of the piece. These works of art can take from 60 minutes to 6 full days of work.
Every piece carries a QR code that connects it to the artisan who made it.
Hand Embroidery
Questions
What is zardozi?
Zardozi is the art of embroidery in metallic thread, worked by hand. At Aranyani it appears on the Calista M, alongside mosaic work.
Which Aranyani bags are hand-embroidered?
The Laya Framed Clutch, the Tara Clutch and the Lila, each embellished by hand, and the Calista M in mosaic with zardozi.
Can I trace my piece to its maker?
Yes. Every Aranyani piece carries a QR code that connects it to the artisan who made it.