Discover the Timeless Beauty of Isfahan Qalamkari Fabrics: The 2025 Collection by Tektam Rezaei

The Art of Making Qalamkari: A Labor of Love

The Process of Creating Qalamkari Fabrics

Each piece of Qalamkari fabric involves a labor-intensive process:

  1. Design Planning:
    Artists sketch intricate motifs inspired by Persian calligraphy, floral patterns, and mythological themes.
  2. Preparation of Natural Dyes:
    Natural dyes are prepared from indigo, madder root, pomegranate peels, and other botanicals.
  3. Hand-Painting or Block Printing:
    Using calamity pens (qalam), artisans meticulously paint the designs onto fabric, often in multiple layers for vibrant effects.
  4. Fixing the Colors:
    The fabric is steamed and washed to set the dyes, ensuring vibrancy and durability.
  5. Finishing Touches:
    Each fabric is carefully inspected, and imperfections are corrected by skilled artisans, making every piece unique.

Handicraft and Sustainability

The handmade nature of Qalamkari makes each textile a one-of-a-kind artwork, emphasizing sustainable practices and cultural preservation.

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