The Hands Behind Manjari
Behind every Manjari creation are artisans whose skill, patience, and dedication keep the heritage of Lucknavi Chikankari alive. Having grown up in Lucknow, this craft has always felt deeply personal to me — not merely as fashion, but as a living cultural legacy.
Every motif, every thread, and every handcrafted detail carries generations of knowledge passed quietly from one artisan to another. In a world increasingly shaped by fast production and fleeting trends, these hands continue to preserve the beauty of slow craftsmanship with remarkable grace and patience.
At Manjari, we believe handcrafted textiles carry more than aesthetic value — they carry memory, identity, and the enduring spirit of Indian artistry.
Block Making Video
Every Chikankari motif begins long before the embroidery itself — with the careful preparation of hand-carved blocks used to guide the artisan’s work.
Chhapai Video
The patterns are gently transferred onto fabric through the traditional process of hand block printing, locally known as chhapai.
Designing Alongside The Artisan
Chikankari Embroidery Video
Every embroidery pattern is brought to life patiently by hand, preserving generations of Lucknavi craftsmanship.
Adda Work & Katdana Embellishment
Certain handcrafted pieces are further elevated through delicate embellishments such as katdana work, adding luminosity, texture, and quiet opulence to the embroidery.
A Personal Connection To Craft
At Manjari, my connection with Chikankari goes beyond design and curation. It remains a craft I continue to practice with deep personal reverence spending time alongside artisans who have preserved this heritage across generations