Ikat Fabric

Our Ikat fabrics collection includes the latest, fresh, trending Pochampally, Sambalpuri, Double, Bhagalpuri, and Silk Ikat.

Ikat has recently gained trending popularity because Ikat can be used to design traditional, contemporary, and western wear and is loved by all genders. Further, the fascinating geometric, floral, and figure motifs of Ikat Fabrics are created via weaving of yarns, hand dyed by Artisans, making each fabric unique. These factors have made Ikat a go-to fabric for many designers and a must-have for customers.

Uses of Ikat fabrics

Different types and sizes of motifs, a wide range of yarns (silk, mercerized, cotton) and vibrant colors make Ikat an ideal fabric for various clothing types. Further, it is also used to create multiple items like home décor, upholstery, and accessories.

Ikat can be used to make blouses, kurtas, skirts, maxi dresses, co-ord sets and whatever else you can think of! It looks as stunning as a kurta, western clothing, or even pants and palazzos. It also looks impressive in Men's Kurtas, Shirts and Blazers. Ikat Patola saree is a treasured possession of Indian women, and you will find at least one Ikat dupatta in their wardrobe.

Ikat is as eclectic as it gets and has become a favorite of Indian designers and can be found in almost every clothing brand's and designer's collections. One renowned fashion designers feel that it has a promising future since it naturally appears modern, and no other weave or technique fits the new age trend so well.

To sum it up, Ikat is adored and widely used! A historical fact: the high-quality Indian Ikat was so well-liked that it was once used as payment along the fabled Silk Root.

Types of Ikat @Sourceitright.

Usually, Ikat types are based on the fabric content and the origin. We have the following:

Pochampally Ikat, also known as cotton Ikat, originated in the present-day Telangana region. Here yarn is dyed manually and then weaved on a hand loom or power loom by Artisans, making it unique yet economical.

Sambalpuri Ikat has its origins in the state of Orissa. It is renowned for its vibrant colors and intricate patterns and is most preferred for making blouses.

Double Ikat is an Ikat fabric in which both the warp and weft yarns have been dyed, making the weaving more complex and advanced.

Mercerised Ikat is so called as the yarn used is of mercerized cotton, which gives it a gentle sheen and is perfect for a semi-formal or festive look.

Silk Ikat, the yarn used, is pure raw silk and is favoured for making elegant suits, lehengas, blouses and sarees.

SICO Ikat, which uses a mix of cotton and silk yarns, looks similar to silk Ikat and is perfect for making blouses, heavy dresses and sarees.

Bhagalpuri Ikat is a cotton fabric made in the Bhagalpur region by the cottage and small weavers using the Ikat manufacturing technique. The surface patterns and colors of this Ikat are different from the Pochampally cotton Ikat. This Cotton Ikat Fabric is thin, has a starched finish, and is economical compared to other Ikat fabrics. It is a go-to Ikat fabric for garment manufacturers.

Azo Free Cotton Ikat Fabric, the dye used, is suitable for people with sensitive skin and those prone to allergies. Dyes used in manufacturing are Azo Free and hence the name.

Further, Patola - the famous weave from Gujarat, is also a type of Ikat and is a wedding favourite. Patola Fabric is referred to as the "Queen of Silks" for its regal design. Patola sarees are a symbol of royalty.

Ikat Manufacturing

Ikat is a dyeing process that uses resist dyeing on the yarns before weaving the cloth to create patterns on textiles. There are three types of Ikat based on whether the lengthwise yarn(warp) or the crosswise yarn(weft), or both(double) have been dyed. The first two are called Single Ikat, and the last is called Double Ikat. To put it in one line- the dyeing method used to produce designs on fabric is known as Ikat!

In India, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana, Gujarat, and Odisha are the three main places where it evolved into a well-known handloom textile craft.

Along with India and China, Ikat is also extensively produced and worn in Indonesia, Japan, South America and Uzbekistan.

Buy online @Sourceitright

At Sourceitright, the Ikat fabrics are sourced directly from the weavers. When you buy ikat fabric from us, you are sure about the origin as the item's name tells you the source. In addition, our Ikat Fabrics are pre-washed, resulting in almost zero shrinkage and colour fading. Our ikat collection is a fast-moving best seller, so you can be sure that what you receive is always fresh stock. In the rare instance that you do not like our Ikat fabric, we have an easy return policy, and we will take it back-no questions asked!

We also have bulk and wholesale rates for Ikat Fabrics for businesses.

So Buy Fabric Online from SourceItRight.com and enjoy a seamless shopping experience with us.