Phulkari – The Art of growing Flower on fabric
Phulkari is an ancient and most famous tradition of Punjab. In the word Phulkari, “Phul” means “flower” and “Kari” means “work” which means ‘Flower work’. Phulkari is the art of stitching or embroidery on textiles. Phulkari was also known as “Gulkari” in Punjab. Designs of Flowers and colors are crafted in various geometrical patterns together to form up the beautiful art of ‘Phulkari’. Wearing a “Phulkari” adds delicacy, grace and simplicity to their heavy build personality. This instinct work is traditionally passed down from mother to daughter and the bride to a new village. The origin of Phulkari has not been traced as some say the traditional embroidery was brought to the lands of Punjab through the lands of Persia. In another story, Phulkari has been mentioned in the famous story of Heer Ranjha in the 15th century, during Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s Reign. In the recent era, Phulkari can be found in the Swat valley in the North, through the areas of Hazaras, Rawalpindi, Jhelum,...