Pinky Hastkala Printers - Vikash Enterprises is a leading manufacturer and wholesaler of Sanganer hand block print products. Sanganeri print is recognized internationally; the printing is done in natural dyes and has a class of its own. The Sanganer Block print is almost 500 year old.
Sanganer printing is a Kuteer Udyog, where the process of printing and dyeing is done manually in Sanganer from homes, employing mainly family members. Sanganeri motifs are mostly floral based with intricate fine lines. There are approximately 154 tiny block printing units functioning in Sanganer and these provide employment to approximately 3000 families. Vikash Handicraft remains totally dedicated to the profession, resulting in high quality and specialization.
Sanganer block prints are primarily done on an off-white or pure white background with the use of wooden blocks or screen printers. Sanganeri has vibrant floral patterns and geometric designs imprinted on the fabrics. One of the most noticeable characteristics of Sanganer prints is their intricate detailing. Customers are often seen admiring the finesse in the designs of delicate flower curves and petals. The borders of the fabric also showcase a variety of different floral patterns in stylish designs.
Some common flower prints used in Sanganer block printing are roses, lotuses, sunflowers, lilies, marigolds, rosettes and lotus buds.Both chemical and vegetable dyes may be used by the local Rajasthani artists to create beautiful Sanganeri prints. They typically employ a technique called ‘calico printing’ for Sanganeri block prints. This involves printing of the outlines followed by the filling in of colors. Local craftsmen then repeat these designs in diagonal sections. Another famous style of block printing in Sanganer is “doo-rookhi”, in which the fabric is printed on either side.
Vikash Handicraft develops different kinds of products by using sanganeri prints.