The playful mischievousness of varihued colors are the essence of beads. Beads are round or cylindrical man made artifacts in various sizes, color and texture with a hollowed out center enabling them to be strung together in aesthetically balanced master pieces of form.
Beads have formed the basis of mathematical calculations in the personification of an abacus to its stylized adornment as a fashion accessory. Though in Gujarat, beads cast in terracotta date back to the Indus Valley Civilization, beadwork came into its own in urban culture with the advent of European colonization. Terracotta, glass, stone, metal and even plastic forms the raw elements from which beads are produced.
Beadwork has permeated into other craft forms enhancing their appeal as in the case of embroidery. In Gujarat, Beadwork ornamentation is a delightful twinkle in the eyes of a tribal woman. Exciting beadwork jewelry from the tribal belt of Gujarat is comfortably draped on ramp models in urban centers while guests are welcomed into home and hearth through beaded torans and welcome mats.
Range of Techniques
- Bead Stringing
- Bead Crochet
- Bead Braiding
Array of Beads Flair in Gujarat
- Beads embroidery of Kutch
- Amreli Beadwork
Panorama of Bead Products
- Jewelry
- Home décor
- Accessories