Telangana

Nadikattu Drape

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This drape is worn by the Padma Sale weaving community and Reddy agriculturists of the Telengana region.


  • Sari Length 6.5 meters / 7 yards
  • Sari Rashmi Varma
  • Sari Detail 100% cotton, handloom
  • Blouse Rashmi Varma
  • Associate Producer Good Earth
How-to Drape Instructions
  1. Double knot sari at right waist with inner end in front.
  2. Make about 6 pleats with outer end.
  3. With pleats facing right, tuck in at center front waist.
  4. Drape outer end once clockwise and drape front to back over the right shoulder.
  5. Bring left most pleat between legs and tuck in at center back waist. Adjust legs accordingly.

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