Motif Mapping and Dupatta Design Innovation: a Study on Mata Ni Pachedi for Contemporary Wear

Author(s)	Dr. SONU MEHTA, Dr. RUPALI GUPTA
Country	India
Abstract	Mata ni Pachhedi, the sacred textile art of Gujarat’s Vaghri community, traditionally used in goddess shrines, is known for its mythological motifs and natural dye techniques. This study reimagines these motifs into wearable hand-painted dupattas on khadi cotton, blending tradition with sustainable, contemporary design. A total of 15 motifs were developed and transformed into 10 digital layouts using design software. From these, 4 layouts were finalized and hand-painted using the kalam technique and natural dyes in classic colors like black, red, maroon, and ochre. The research successfully bridges heritage craft with modern fashion, showing how traditional art forms can be preserved and adapted through innovative design and eco-conscious methods.
Keywords	Mata ni Pachedi, dupattas, khadi cotton fabric, motifs, contemporary
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On	2025-07-23
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.51035
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9tz5b

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