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The Kosa worm found in the forests of Central India has long been revered by the local tribals for the fine and lustrous silk that it can spin. The tribals would gather the cocoons from forests, which they preserved in its pristine conditions to ensure the finest quality of cocoons. Although there have been changes in cocoon production, tribals continue to live in a symbiotic relationship with the forest.
Cocoons are transformed into the highly versatile Kosa silk yarn and often used in its natural shade but sometimes dyed in vegetable or natural dyes. Delicate traditional (deer, hunter, tribesman) or modern (flowers, geometric shapes) motifs are introduced during the weaving process. All weaving is done on handlooms predominantly by tribals and men from the weaver caste.
Recently formed weavers collectives in Central India have enabled tribals to indulge in their traditional art of silk weaving by exploring new trade lines and minimizing middle-men exploitation.
Butterfly-Creations is an expression of weavers' sense of elegance enhanced by sleek and minimalist designs.
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