Ikat (Dyeing Technique)

Ikat is a dyeing technique used to create intricate patterns on fabric through a resist dyeing process. The yarns are dyed before weaving, with specific sections tied or covered to prevent dye from reaching them, forming patterns. Multiple yarns may be dyed in different colors, with ties rebonded for additional colors and patterns. Once the dyeing is complete, the yarns are woven into fabric, revealing the design where the undyed sections appear. This technique requires precision and skill, resulting in fabrics with distinctive, often blurred or feathered edges around the patterns, celebrated for their vibrant and complex visual appeal.