Jharkhand

Santhal Pargana Drape

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This tribal drape from northeastern Jharkhand is distinguished by its cape-like fold created by the pallu.


  • Sari Length 4.5 meters / 5 yards
  • Sari Taanbaan
  • Sari Detail 100% cotton, khadi (handspun and handloom)
  • Blouse Raw Mango
  • Associate Producer Good Earth
How-to Drape Instructions
  1. Double knot sari at right waist with inner end in front.
  2. Make about 4-5 pleats with outer end and tuck in at front waist.
  3. Bring outer end piece over right shoulder from back to front.
  4. Bring edges of pallu to center back waist from either side and tuck in. Adjust pallu accordingly.

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