Ganesh
2005/6
Sample
w45.5cm x h38cm
Inspiration: Traditional kantha designs and temple wall hangings
Techniques: Kantha
Cotton ground with cotton thread
Samples
Tranquility
2004
Sample
w37cm x h39cm
Inspiration: A contemporary take on kantha
Techniques: Kantha
Cotton ground with very fine naturally dyed silk threads from Bengal
Gift Bag
2003
Sample
w19cm x h18.5cm
Inspiration: Wedding rituals in Rajasthan
Techniques: Applique and kantha and sheesha with a stitched border
Cotton ground with cotton thread
Colourful Sky
2001
Sample
w48cm x h48cm
Inspiration: An exploration of a free design
Techniques: Tie and dye, kantha and sheesha
Cotton ground with cotton thread and mirrors
Love Birds
2000
Sample for Stitch Magazine
w40.5cm x h30cm
Inspiration: Inspired by an antique Indian textile
Techniques: Kantha and sheesha
Cotton ground with stranded cotton threads
Geometric Flowers
2000
Sample
w22cm x h19cm
Inspiration: Design inspired by carpet patterns
Techniques: Canvas work
Evenweave canvas with woollen thread
Hut on the Bank of the River
2000
Sample
w41cm x h41cm
Inspiration: Traditional village life in Bengal
Techniques: Kantha
Coloured cotton ground with cotton threads
Paisley
2000
Sample
w34cm x h28.5cm
Inspiration: Exploration of a four cornered design
Techniques: Kantha
Silk ground with cotton threads
Fireworks
2000
Sample
w17cm x h17.5cm
Inspiration: Decorations from Rajasthan and Gujarat
Techniques: Applique with kantha and sheesha with beaded borders
Cotton ground with cotton thread and mirrors
Festival
2000
Sample
w13cm x h 14cm
Inspiration: Festive decorations from Rajasthan and Gujarat
Techniques: Applique with kantha and sheesha
Cotton with cotton threads and mirrors