Colours of Punjab — Blog

How to tell if its a machine embroidered Phulkari or hand embroidered Phulkari.
This small blog might help you distinguish when you buy your next Phulkari :)

Vand khao khand khao - Guru Nanak Dev Its means to share what you have and contribute for a worthy cause. We at JustPhulkari strongly believe in this teaching of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. So last week when we were visiting our Phulkari artists in a small village in Punjab, we reached a small school where their children study. Its a primary school and the facilities are always meagre there. We spoke to the principal and discussed their current needs. As per her suggestions, we gifted chairs and an almirah for setting up the library in their school. They already...

  We are very fortunate to have her in JustPhulkari family. She is the senior most member we have on board. She is almost 60 and has been doing Phulkari embroidery since childhood. Her eyes are weak now but she is so fond of Phulkari that she can do a full saree in about 3 weeks.  She adores her grandson and granddaughter who go to school. Their education is of prime importance to the family. Her husband doesn't keep well and is bedridden. JustPhulkari is supporting these artisans by offering them fair wages and other facilities for their wonderful work. The...