What is mirror work embroidery called?

Shisheh or abhla bharat embroidery (Persian شيشه, abhala bharat; Hindi: आभला भरत, abhla bharat; Gujarati: આભલા ભરત), or mirror-work, is a type of embroidery which attaches small pieces of mirrors or reflective metal to fabric.

What is glass embroidery?

Shisha (the Hindi word for “little glass”) embroidery is also known as mirror-work or abla embroidery. Originally, pieces of mica were used as the mirrors, but later, thin blown-glass pieces were broken and used. Today, small mirrors are commercially available for shisha embroidery.

Who bought mirror work in India?

Mughals
Mirror work or shisha embroidery is such an ingrained part of Indian design today, that it’s hard to believe that it was the Mughals who introduced India to shisha work. This style originated in Iran in the 17th century and has since then caught on in several parts of Asia through travellers.

Which is the best description of Abla embroidery?

Effervescent and a true reflection of the Indian spirit is the mirror work, or what is popularly known as ‘Kutch’ or ‘Abla’ embroidery which originated in Gujarat. This kind of embroidery is one in which round pieces of mirror are decorated on fabrics like cotton and chiffon using buttonhole stitching.

Who are some Indian designers who use Abla?

New age Indian designers like Abraham & Thakore have used mirror work and have given it a modern twist which embodies the Indian ethnicity while giving it the extra edge and oomph factor on the runways. Payal Singhal, who specializes in ethnic luxury wear, has created some exotic Indian creations using Abla embroidery.

What to wear with Abla hand or mirror work?

The scope to which this embroidery can be used is endless. One needs to accessorize depending on the type of outfit. If it is a cotton dress, then one can wear some Black Metal or Junk earrings or bracelets. If it is a saree with elaborate mirror work, then one needs to be minimalist in terms of jewelry.

What kind of ABLA is used in Gujarat?

The landscape of Gujarat, the heart of the Gujarati people is what reflects in the designs sewn onto the various objects like ghagra, cholis, bedspreads, bags, wall hangings and cushion covers. Abla embroidery is vast in its designs and style.