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title: "Custom Hand-Block Printed Apparel & Wearable Art in Bangalore"
description: "Collaborate with Tharangini Studio to create custom hand-block printed apparel. From sarees to statement shirts, we use organic dyes and heritage wood blocks for unique, sustainable wearable art."
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# Custom Hand-Block Printed Apparel & Wearable Art

Tribe Verified · Bangalore's oldest textile heritage studio since 1977

By [Tharangini Studio](https://mytribe.in/tharangini-studio) · Visit Studio in Sadashivnagar; Serves clients across India · ₹350 Per Meter (estimate)

Part of [Custom Textile Development & Production](https://mytribe.in/tharangini-studio/custom-textile-development-production). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/tharangini-studio/custom-textile-development-production/gallery)

We transform fine natural fabrics into timeless, hand-printed garments. From custom silk sarees to organic cotton shirts, every piece carries our heritage of traditional block printing.

## Photos and videos

- ![There is a quiet elegance to a well-printed silk saree. For this batch, we carefully curated blocks to match the rhythm of the weave and hand-mixed each color to complement the woven borders, creating a cohesive and lasting piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/535f9c61-30f0-4a21-9d25-aed401c24a07)
- ![There is a quiet elegance to a well-printed silk saree. For this batch, we carefully curated blocks to match the rhythm of the weave and hand-mixed each color to complement the woven borders, creating a cohesive and lasting piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74eae284-5716-45b1-ad35-0333a5976cfb)
- ![There is a quiet elegance to a well-printed silk saree. For this batch, we carefully curated blocks to match the rhythm of the weave and hand-mixed each color to complement the woven borders, creating a cohesive and lasting piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9842d33d-e499-4d0a-b32b-b45e9601237b)
- ![There is a quiet elegance to a well-printed silk saree. For this batch, we carefully curated blocks to match the rhythm of the weave and hand-mixed each color to complement the woven borders, creating a cohesive and lasting piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9a3f6b7-4294-4968-8123-169a4c60f1d8)
- ![There is a quiet elegance to a well-printed silk saree. For this batch, we carefully curated blocks to match the rhythm of the weave and hand-mixed each color to complement the woven borders, creating a cohesive and lasting piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc421a7a-1811-4cfb-9a7b-bfb353477d83)
- ![A selection of our old, timeless floral and paisley block prints placed thoughtfully on this breezy kota saree. The prints are the star of the show, carrying a story of a dreamy vintage summer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/097e1112-e7f0-4a30-ba75-9c33c0ed43e2)
- ![A selection of our old, timeless floral and paisley block prints placed thoughtfully on this breezy kota saree. The prints are the star of the show, carrying a story of a dreamy vintage summer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7407f02d-4d05-4cfd-a731-38e2fc1ca6b0)
- ![A selection of our old, timeless floral and paisley block prints placed thoughtfully on this breezy kota saree. The prints are the star of the show, carrying a story of a dreamy vintage summer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8acb5d6-436c-4bba-bd53-43ea58e5a954)
- ![A flat lay showing the combination of vintage blocks and fabric swatches for a summer kota saree. We love mixing timeless floral and paisley prints to create a unique and dreamy aesthetic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1eff954b-7b40-4bb7-a66a-1b9f77d4df18)
- ![A flat lay showing the combination of vintage blocks and fabric swatches for a summer kota saree. We love mixing timeless floral and paisley prints to create a unique and dreamy aesthetic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92fd638e-da18-40e8-960b-78f48d090528)
- ![A flat lay showing the combination of vintage blocks and fabric swatches for a summer kota saree. We love mixing timeless floral and paisley prints to create a unique and dreamy aesthetic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c33df110-6664-443b-8fd4-919821c10cf1)
- ![A flat lay showing the combination of vintage blocks and fabric swatches for a summer kota saree. We love mixing timeless floral and paisley prints to create a unique and dreamy aesthetic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6abdea5-0a20-4164-a6c7-e06301634bf1)
- ![A piece from our Festive Edit '24, this hand-printed shirt blends artisanal heritage with versatile style. We reimagined vintage South Indian motifs on natural fabrics to create contemporary silhouettes perfect for the festive season and beyond.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0ecbec1-90d8-41ad-8c11-f7a0609e192a)
- ![A behind-the-scenes look at the making of our Festive Edit '24. Each piece is a labor of love, crafted with archival vintage motifs, textural layering, and subtly ornate print placements on fine fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/259308bf-6b99-41be-a649-174dad31a005)
- ![A behind-the-scenes look at the making of our Festive Edit '24. Each piece is a labor of love, crafted with archival vintage motifs, textural layering, and subtly ornate print placements on fine fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/568495b8-1390-456e-99b7-dc0bc549f5c7)
- ![A behind-the-scenes look at the making of our Festive Edit '24. Each piece is a labor of love, crafted with archival vintage motifs, textural layering, and subtly ornate print placements on fine fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a8e2a74e-efd5-4a9e-b16d-c128168b58b3)
- ![A behind-the-scenes look at the making of our Festive Edit '24. Each piece is a labor of love, crafted with archival vintage motifs, textural layering, and subtly ornate print placements on fine fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f87a75d1-034c-45cd-b4f1-70979da1e084)
- ![This intricate paisley, featured in our festive collection, is an eight-part woodblock stitched together like a jigsaw puzzle. Detailed with peacocks, vines, and flowers, blocks like these are rare beauties from our archive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38db5e52-9509-4db3-9a6d-9faf424c0267)
- ![This intricate paisley, featured in our festive collection, is an eight-part woodblock stitched together like a jigsaw puzzle. Detailed with peacocks, vines, and flowers, blocks like these are rare beauties from our archive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a058449-012a-44b9-bb63-d93d90072edb)
- ![This intricate paisley, featured in our festive collection, is an eight-part woodblock stitched together like a jigsaw puzzle. Detailed with peacocks, vines, and flowers, blocks like these are rare beauties from our archive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b1477b7e-4f60-4e1c-ae66-f6121d53a1eb)
- [Video: Reimagining classic blue checks with a simple but unusual patterned stripe. We love using both fine, intricate designs and simple textures from our archive to add dimension and character to fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b80fa252-739d-431e-b2ff-b6c4f07ecb16)
- [Video: Subtle layering adds so much dimension. Here, we use a kantha stitch style block in a light powder blue as a base, then print vibrant floral motifs over it to create a rich, textured design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd686285-8b97-42cb-9da5-7891382dcd03)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0575d88c-f126-4227-a659-905abe58e05d)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/235a4abb-dfef-4139-93a9-efcb6c2d2adf)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c511987-9942-4c53-b27d-8eb1687d2787)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/554e75b8-6e49-418f-bd39-60218e2e1da2)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/664a4eca-8694-4bff-a864-c38ac063fed8)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/822bdd7f-fc4b-4472-8100-6fb8b1c49e75)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a78bf68b-745d-43cd-8226-0a94b5915079)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbc98f5b-5a9a-446e-aeac-fa5c3bba7831)
- ![A collection from the 'Walking Hand in Hand' fashion show, where artisans share the spotlight with designers. This look, created with Liz Hartman, showcases pattern dye and discharge prints on handloom fabrics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fcc12565-e579-4543-bdfe-cc13d41d5c5d)

## About Custom Apparel & Wearable Art

Our custom process starts with a conversation, not just a fabric choice. Because we hand-carve our own teak wood blocks in our studio, we can turn your specific vision—or even a digital sketch—into a print that is unique to you.

When you choose to create with us, you are not just ordering a garment; you are entering a partnership. Our work begins with understanding your intent. Whether you have a specific pattern in mind, want to adapt one of our vintage archive motifs, or need a complex design translated from a digital vector, we manage every step under one roof.

### The Process
We believe in a slow, thoughtful approach to textile production. The journey starts by selecting your base fabric—be it silk, Chanderi, or organic cotton. Once the design is finalized, our master woodcarvers prepare the teak blocks. This is a critical stage, as the carving determines the precision of the print. We then hand-mix our dyes, using GOTS-certified pigments or traditional natural colors, ensuring the palette matches your requirements perfectly.

### Why Our Approach Matters
We do not rely on machine-made shortcuts. By manually registering up to three colors and performing multi-layered printing, we achieve depth and texture that mass-production cannot replicate. Because we are based in Sadashivnagar, Bangalore, local clients often visit us to see the mixing and block-testing process firsthand. For those working with us from across India, we maintain consistent communication through testing, sampling, and proofing, ensuring the final piece reflects the quality our studio has been known for since 1977. Every garment, from a festive saree to a contemporary shirt, receives this individual attention, resulting in a piece that lasts for generations.

## About Tharangini Studio

We are Tharangini, a community of makers keeping the slow, sustainable craft of hand-block printing alive. We’ve been by the lake in Bangalore since 1977, transforming natural fabrics into personal heirlooms, one impression at a time.

[See all of Tharangini Studio's services](https://mytribe.in/tharangini-studio)

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- [Additional Work & Studio Life](https://mytribe.in/tharangini-studio/custom-textile-development-production/additional-work-studio-life)

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