Ikkat or ikat printed fabrics and dresses look beautiful as they are made up of a distinct style in textile patterns. Prior to weaving the fabric sections, the yarns are resist dyed to create Ikat patterns. Ikat means a fabric in which before the weaving process the yarns have been tie dyed. Ikat is a dying technique that has originated in Indonesia. Ikat means ‘to bind’ in the Indonesian language.
The process of ikat is extremely difficult and requires a skilled craftsperson. The resist is creat