What is a block printed saree?

A block printed saree is made using hand-carved wooden blocks dipped in natural or vegetable dyes and stamped onto fabric by hand. Traditional techniques include Bagru and Sanganeri printing from Rajasthan. Each motif is applied by hand, making every block printed saree unique. simmpli ethnicc sources block printed sarees directly from Rajasthani artisans.

What is the difference between Bagru and Sanganeri block printing?

Bagru block printing uses natural and vegetable dyes on grey or off-white fabric, creating earthy, rich tones with bold motifs. Sanganeri block printing uses fine, delicate floral motifs on white or pastel backgrounds with brighter colours. Both are traditional Rajasthani crafts using hand-carved wooden blocks.

Do block printed sarees fade when washed?

Block printed sarees with natural dyes may release some colour in the first 2-3 washes — this is normal and expected. Wash separately in cool water for the first few washes. Over time, natural dye block prints develop a beautiful patina and the colours actually improve with age. Avoid bleach and harsh detergents.

Which fabric is best for block printed sarees?

Cotton and linen are the best fabrics for block printing as they absorb natural dyes beautifully and hold the print well. Cotton-linen blends combine the breathability of both fibres with excellent print quality. simmpli ethnicc's block printed sarees are on handloom cotton, linen, and cotton-linen blends.

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Printed Sarees – Hand-Block Printed Handloom Sarees with Artisan Character

Curated by the simmpli ethnicc team — hand-block printed sarees using traditional Bagru & Sanganeri techniques from Rajasthan.

Every printed saree in our collection is stamped by hand using hand-carved wooden blocks and natural dyes — a centuries-old craft from Rajasthan. No two sarees are identical. Each motif — floral, geometric, or abstract — is applied with precision by skilled block print artisans, creating sarees that are as unique as the hands that made them.

🎨 Did you know? Bagru and Sanganeri block printing are traditional Rajasthani crafts using hand-carved wooden blocks and natural or vegetable dyes. Each block is dipped in dye and stamped by hand — a process that takes days per saree.

The Art of Block Printing – Bagru & Sanganeri Traditions

Hand-carved wooden blocks — Each block is carved by specialist craftspeople; a single saree may use 5–20 different blocks
Natural & vegetable dyes — Traditional Bagru printing uses natural dyes for earthy, rich tones
Sanganeri printing — Known for fine, delicate floral motifs on white or pastel backgrounds
No two sarees identical — Slight variations in stamping are a mark of authentic hand craftsmanship
Colours improve with washing — Natural dye block prints develop a beautiful patina over time

🧺 Care tip: Block printed sarees with natural dyes should be washed in cool water separately for the first 2–3 washes. Read our full Saree Care Guide →

👗 Saree Styling by Body Shape → | 🧵 Meet Our Block Print Artisans → | 📚 Complete Saree Guide →

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Printed Sarees – Hand-Block Printed Handloom Sarees with Artisan Character

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The Art of Block Printing – Bagru & Sanganeri Traditions