KASUTI WORK
Kasuti is a traditional form of embroidery practiced in the state of Karnataka. Locally available materials are used for Kasuti. The pattern to be embroidered is first marked with charcoal or pencil and then proper needles and thread are selected.The patterns are stitched without using knots to ensure that both sides of the cloth look alike
Types of Stitches Used
- Ganti
- Murgi
- Neyge
- Menthe
Gavanti is a double running stitch used for marking vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines
Murgi is a zig-zag stitch,
Neyge is a running stitch
Menthe is a cross stitch resembling fenugreek seeds.
Materials Used
Embroidery Thread, Pearl Cotton Threads etc
