Bagru Block - printing walking tour - take you inside the houses that still work on this art
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Explore Bagru village and visit artisan homes to experience traditional block printing firsthand.
Niche
2-3 hours
Duration
Introduction
Offers an immersive journey into the art of traditional hand block printing. Located in Bagru, a village near Jaipur known for its rich textile heritage, this half-day tour includes a village walk and a workshop demonstration. Visitors will engage with veteran artisans, learn the intricacies of carving wooden blocks, and explore the use of natural dyes like indigo and mud-resist techniques. The highlight is a DIY activity, where you create your own hand-printed fabric as a unique souvenir. This workshop supports local families who have sustained this craft for generations.
What To Expect
- Private tour led by an experienced English-speaking textile expert.
- A guided village walk through Bagru, introducing you to the community of artisans and their homes.
- Detailed demonstrations of the traditional block printing process, including:
- Carving wooden blocks.
- Preparation and use of natural dyes such as Indigo, Black, Yellow, and Red.
- Hands-on block printing on fabric.
- Mud-resist printing technique.
- A DIY activity where you create your own block-printed fabric.
- Visit to multiple artisan families who have practiced this craft for generations.
- Optional transfers to and from Bagru (if selected).
Not To Be Missed
- Indigo Dyeing Process: A detailed demonstration of how natural indigo is processed to create vibrant blue fabrics.
- DIY Block Printing Activity: Visitors can try their hand at block printing and create their own fabric piece.
- Meet Veteran Artisans: Interact with master artisans whose families have been block printing for over 6-7 generations.
Not Recommended for
Not wheelchair accessible. May be challenging for visitors with mobility restrictions due to the village walk and artisan visits.
Timings
Timing will be available at the time of booking. Approximate duration is 2-3 hours.
