Vanya: an Ajrakh Dola Silk saree with hand embroidery
Vanya combines two genuine hand crafts on a single Dola Silk saree, Ajrakh block printing and hand embroidery, the same pairing used across our Ajrakh embroidered saree line. Where a plain Ajrakh saree relies on the print alone to carry the design, Vanya builds on it with embroidery added by hand, giving the pattern a raised texture a print alone cannot create.
Material and craftsmanship
The base fabric is Dola Silk, a soft, lightweight silk blend known for its natural sheen and fluid drape. The pattern begins as an Ajrakh hand block print, applied using carved wooden blocks and natural dyes, a technique practiced for generations in the Kutch region of Gujarat. Artisans then add hand embroidery over the printed motifs, a separate, additional craft that takes considerably more time than printing alone. Every saree is handcrafted by Indian artisans, and small variations in the print and embroidery are a natural result of genuine handwork, not a flaw.
Design and aesthetics
Vanya is built around restraint rather than spectacle, a considered colour palette with embroidery worked in to add depth without overwhelming the print underneath. This makes it suited to someone who wants visible, genuine craftsmanship over a heavily embellished, all-over look.
Usage and occasions
Vanya works well for celebrations and for more refined, everyday festive occasions alike, since the embroidery adds enough presence for an event without requiring the saree to be reserved only for the biggest occasions on the calendar.
Drape and fit
Dola Silk falls soft and close to the body, easy to pleat cleanly. A classic Nivi drape lets the printed and embroidered pattern sit visibly along the pallu and front pleats.
Origin and heritage
Vanya is handcrafted in Indian villages, combining Ajrakh block printing from Kutch, Gujarat, with hand embroidery, two distinct Indian textile traditions on one saree.
Washing and care instructions
Dry clean only. This protects both the natural dye Ajrakh print and the hand embroidery from the damage that hand washing or machine washing can cause.
Product details
| Fabric |
Dola Silk |
| Craft |
Ajrakh block printing with hand embroidery |
| Length |
6.3 metres |
| Width |
45 inches |
| Blouse piece |
Please confirm inclusion before publishing, see note above |
| Occasion |
Celebrations, festive and refined everyday wear |
| Wash care |
Dry clean only |
| Origin |
Handcrafted by Indian artisans |
Frequently asked questions
What craft techniques does this saree use?
Vanya combines Ajrakh hand block printing with hand embroidery added over the printed pattern.
How do I wash an Ajrakh embroidered Dola Silk saree?
Dry clean only, to protect both the block print and the hand embroidery.
How is Vanya different from Moti, Mor Pankh, or Saawari?
Vanya belongs to the same craft family as our Moti, Mor Pankh, and Saawari sarees, combining Ajrakh block printing with hand embroidery. Each design in the line uses a different colour palette and motif.
