Applique is
ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric in different shapes and
patterns are sewn or stuck onto a larger piece to form a picture or pattern. It
is commonly used as decoration, especially on garments. The technique is
accomplished either by hand or machine. Applique work is commonly practised
with textiles, but the term may be applied to similar techniques used on
different materials. In the context of ceramics, for example, an appliqué is a
separate piece of clay added to the primary work, generally for the purpose of
decoration. Heart-shaped fans, big and smau canopies and wall-hangings are
also prepared out of applique work.
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The tailors cut out figures of animals, birds, flowers as well
as geometrical shapes out of richly coloured cloth and these are arranged
symmetrically on another piece of cloth and sewn in place to produce an
eye-catching design. The rich splashes of yellow, white, green, blue, red and
black colours dazzle the eyes of the onlookers and set the festive mood. Bags
of various shapes and sizes are also made with applique motifs. Applique
chharis and "tarasas" (heart-shaped wooden structures covered with
applique work and supported on pikes) are used to lend colour to religious
processions.
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