A for Ajrakh: The A to Z of Block Printing (English)

Illustrator : Nina Sabnani

What do ancient fragments of cloth found in Egypt have to do with modern-day Gujarat? The answer starts with A — and sets us off through the alphabet, building with blocks of a very different kind! A for Ajrakh, B for Bagh, C for Chhipa… Each letter sparks off an aspect of block printing on textile, so that by Z for Zafran what we get is a fascinating patchwork of the styles, the motifs, the blocks, the dyes, and the skilled people who sustain and invigorate a centuries-old intricate craft.

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Age 10+
Specifications 40 pages, 9" x 9", full colour, soft cover
ISBN 978-93-5046-858-6
First Published 2016
Tags alphabet through art, textiles, block printing, blocks, dyes, motifs, colours, patterns, craft, handloom, craftspeople

Gorgeous book, lived up to the expectations!

In a journey from A to Z, the book takes us through different aspects of block printing, from different places associated with this age-old craft to short quirky stories and anecdotes about its origins. Alisha, First Moms Club

Unfurls a whole new world

Nina Sabnani, regales us with fascinating stories and anecdotes about India’s hand block-printing techniques in her new book, A For Ajrakh… The book is gaining ground for its innovative storytelling framework and the way it endeavours to interest young adults about India’s rich craft heritage. HAND/EYE Magazine

Outstanding production

The text is friendly and the design excellent. You almost feel the textiles jumping out of the pages. Goodbooks.in

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A for Ajrakh: The A to Z of Block Printing (English)

A for Ajrakh: The A to Z of Block Printing (English)

What do ancient fragments of cloth found in Egypt have to do with modern-day Gujarat? The answer starts with A — and sets us off through the alphabet, building with blocks of a very different kind! A for Ajrakh, B for Bagh, C for Chhipa… Each letter sparks off an aspect of block printing on textile, so that by Z for Zafran what we get is a fascinating patchwork of the styles, the motifs, the blocks, the dyes, and the skilled people who sustain and invigorate a centuries-old intricate craft.

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