At Gajra India, every hand-embroidered piece is more than just a product — it’s a story woven with time, tradition, and extraordinary craftsmanship. From the simplest napkin to the most intricate anarkalis, the hours of dedication behind each creation are staggering. The time invested varies depending on the embroidery technique, the complexity of the design, and the type of garment or accessory.
We’ve broken it down for you and trust us, the journey of each piece is just as beautiful as the final creation.
Banarasi Hand Embroidery
Time invested:
⏳ 120 to 500 dedicated manhours
Banarasi hand embroidery is known for its opulent motifs, rich textures, and intricate weaving techniques. Simpler designs, such as lightweight dupattas, can be completed in about 120 hours, while heavily embroidered sarees and bridal pieces can demand up to 500 hours of dedicated craftsmanship.
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Time invested:
⏳ 200 to 2450 dedicated manhours
Chikankari, a delicate and detailed form of embroidery originating from Lucknow, is a labor of love. The time varies depending on the fabric, intricacies of the motifs, and the kind of garment — whether it’s an elegant Chikankari saree, beautiful Chikankari kurta, men’s kurta, or a simple summer dress.
Smaller items like table napkins (perfect for gifting or personal use) take 50 to 60 manhours.
On the other hand, highly detailed full-length Chikankari lehengas or bridal sarees can take as much as 2450 manhours, involving multiple artisans working over months!
Mukaish Hand Embroidery
Time invested:
⏳ 1120 to 1700 dedicated manhours
Mukaish embroidery, known for its shimmering metallic threads and timeless elegance, is one of the most time-intensive crafts. A relatively simpler Mukaish kurta or dupatta can take around 1120 hours, while an elaborate Mukaish saree or bridal ensemble can demand up to 1700 manhours.
The delicate patterns, tiny dots, and intricate metallic threads require extraordinary precision and patience.
🧵 The Essence of Gajra India
Each Gajra piece is not just handmade — it's made from heart.
From a simple napkin to a bridal saree, our artisans pour thousands of hours, generations of expertise, and infinite love into every creation.
Every stitch, every motif, and every shimmer carries the weight of tradition, the whisper of history, and the soul of craftsmanship. Each piece is truly a handwoven artwork.
Because at Gajra India, time is woven into every thread.