History of Aari Embroidery

What is Aari Embroidery?

Aari Embroidery is made by the Muslim cobbler community in India. The designs used in this art are of Mughal origin. Aari is a kind of embroidery work done by 'Aar' holed needle, where the thread is introduced from below. It looks very beautiful and nice embroidery work.

In this style of embroidery, the zari thread or the metallic thread are used. Colored thread is applied to make the motifs and figures highly representational. This is called Aari Bharath Embroidery and also known as Mochi Bharath and in some places they called cobbler's stitch.

This technique is used by many a western designers to create luxurious garments and fashion accessories. You can make aari designs in saree, salwar, kurtis, hand bags and as you like and also using some kundan stones, chamki, beads for decorating the dresses.