Maheshwari Fabrics are cotton and pure silk fabric woven with zari or brocade in varied designs. These designs include stripes, checks and floral borders originating from the town of Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India.
he beautiful conception of the Maheshwari saree dates back to 18th century Madhya Pradesh. These fabrics were initially made of pure Silk, but with the passage of time, Cotton was also one of the major fabrics used for these exquisitely designed sarees.
The interesting legend behind these sarees is of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar who ordered various craftsman and artisans from Malwa and Surat to design a special saree with 9 yards, which later came to be known as the Maheshwari saree. These garments were supposed to be a special gift for the royal relatives and guests who visited the palace. n fact, it was the queen herself who designed the first saree. Following this, Maheshwari fabric became extremely popular in and around Madhya Pradesh.
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