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submitted: Sep 4th 2008 | by: NicoleMaschwitz | Total views: 2 | Word Count: 385 | |

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 dates back long before ancient Egypt or even the ancient Chinese. Each culture has found their own way to emphasize embroidery fabric. In ancient times embroidered fabric was a sign of wealth in many countries, the more multi coloured the fabric was, usually depended on how wealthy the 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.

Embroidery is a handicraft that is very well known in India. They do various types of embroidery one in particular is Aari embroidery, this is done using a needle called an Aar, this is in fact very similar to a crochet needle. Aari embroidery is done predominantly by the muslims. Since Religion is a matter of Interest to so many, many fabrics including clothing have been embroidered in magnificent detail and organized in various ways, to form symbols and words for deities.

Every culture is inspired by floral designs, and this is also true in India. Their flare for embroidering with thread and beads is phenomenal. Almost any floral design can be seen at any time in India. The fashion looks very good on anyone who wears them. Embroidery can be done on almost everything. You can find it on many home furnishing, wall hangings, jewelry, bed sheets, handbags, and turbans. Many of the shoes made in India are elaborately embroidered with beads.

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.

India continues to impress by extending their ranges of embroidered products, you can now find baby clothes not to mention impressive designs in bed linen and household furnishings.

Looking for that stand out fashion statement, then you cant go past purchasing some of the unique designs from India. you will be transformed by their elegant craftsmanship.

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