Applique work of Pipli is a traditional art of embroidery that defines Orissa's presence in the illustrious handicrafts map of India. An enchanting form of fabric-based patchwork, applique of Pipli derives its name from a small village of the same name situated near the beach city of Puri.
Today, applique finds expressions in a wide variety of home decor items. From wall-hangings and awnings to Kundini-worked decorative pieces, the range of applique items available nowadays is pretty exhaustive.
The popularity of Pipli applique
handicrafts is clearly on the rise. Decorative items made of it are colorful and vibrant, yet not jazzy. They help make a statement when put up at the right place or accessorized properly. The most interesting fact about applique items of Pipli are, unlike many other decorative artifacts of daily use, they are not overtly expensive.
Today, applique finds expressions in a wide variety of home decor items. From wall-hangings and awnings to Kundini-worked decorative pieces, the range of applique items available nowadays is pretty exhaustive.
The popularity of Pipli applique handicrafts is clearly on the rise. Decorative items made of it are colorful and vibrant, yet not jazzy. They help make a statement when put up at the right place or accessorized properly. The most interesting fact about applique items of Pipli are, unlike many other decorative artifacts of daily use, they are not overtly expensive.
