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Traditional Bohra Embroidery: Hand & Machine Work

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From precise single makkhi stitches to intricate Fatemi patterns, I combine time-honoured hand embroidery with sharp machine finishing to craft your perfect Bohra attire.

A sneak peek into the different types of embroidery I offer. You can see the fine finishing on both the gold and brown threadwork, all done with great attention to detail.

This is a close-up of a hand-embroidered saya kurta. The design is done in a single-tone, Farmaan-approved color, with a neat makkhi stitch along the paan.

This is a classic Fatemi design, also known as the 'honeycomb' stitch. It is a very traditional hand embroidery style that I do on the collar and paan for a timeless look.

Another example of the Fatemi 'honeycomb' design. This hand-embroidered piece has a very clean and sharp finish, perfect for religious occasions.

This saya kurta features single-tone machine embroidery on the collar and paan. The work is done with a neat makkhi stitch on pure cotton fabric, using a Farmaan-approved color.

A closer look at a Firozi machine embroidery design. This piece has embroidery on the collar and cuffs, with a matching piping detail along the paan.

This saya kurta combines Resham thread with the glitter of Zardosi work. It is a hand-embroidered piece that adds a subtle richness to the garment.

This video showcases a full paan hand-embroidered design. The intricate gold threadwork is done by my skilled karigars for a very exclusive and formal look.

A close-up of a machine-embroidered collar. The design is a classic pattern, and the black and gold threadwork gives it a sharp, defined look.

This is a hand-embroidered piece in a brown tone, perfect for casual occasions. The embroidery is done only on the collar, with no work on the sleeves or back, for a simple and elegant style.

About The Art of Embroidery: Hand & Machine Work

The difference between my machine and hand embroidery often comes down to the occasion, as machine work is excellent for durable, everyday comfort, but for Ziyafat or weddings, my hand-done Makkhi and Zardosi work adds that authentic, textured detail that simply cannot be replicated by a machine.

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