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Bihar’s Chaapa Craft Finds New Appeal Beyond Wedding Traditions
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 07:06 AM
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The traditional Chaapa craft of Bihar, known for its intricate designs used in wedding attire, is gaining recognition for its versatility in other domains such as home décor and fashion.
Artisans from Bihar have long practiced Chaapa, a hand‑crafted technique that creates delicate patterns on fabric, traditionally used for bridal wear and ceremonial garments.
In recent times, the craft is being adapted for a wider range of products, including cushion covers, wall hangings and contemporary clothing, showing its potential beyond the wedding market.
This broader appreciation highlights the skill of the craftspersons and opens new avenues for the craft’s preservation and economic growth.
In recent times, the craft is being adapted for a wider range of products, including cushion covers, wall hangings and contemporary clothing, showing its potential beyond the wedding market.
This broader appreciation highlights the skill of the craftspersons and opens new avenues for the craft’s preservation and economic growth.