{"product_id":"natural-dye-vegetable-ajrakh-vanaspati-pure-modal-silk-saree-34","title":"VANASPATI - VEGETABLE HANDBLOCK MODAL SAREE","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\" data-spm-anchor-id=\"a2ty_o01.29997173.0.i3.520d55fblgS7dz\"\u003e1. Product Description with Crisp Bullet Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"qwen-markdown-list\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eExquisite Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Handcrafted using centuries-old Ajrakh block printing techniques from Gujarat \u0026amp; Rajasthan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003ePure Modal Silk Fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Luxuriously soft, breathable, and lightweight—ideal for all-day comfort and elegance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e100% Natural Dyes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Colored with vegetable-based dyes derived from indigo, pomegranate, turmeric, and other botanicals—gentle on skin and eco-friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eVanaspati Tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Inspired by sacred forest motifs (“Vanaspati”) symbolizing nature’s abundance and spiritual harmony\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eEthically Made\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Created in collaboration with master artisans supporting sustainable livelihoods\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eFree Pan-India Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e | Ready to Ship | Includes Matching Blouse Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-hr\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e2. A Legacy of Craftsmanship \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eAjrakh is more than a textile—it’s a living heritage. Originating over 4,500 years ago in the Indus Valley Civilization, this intricate resist-dyeing technique was traditionally practiced by Khatri artisans along the banks of the Indus River. Using hand-carved wooden blocks and natural dyes, each saree undergoes 14–16 meticulous stages of washing, printing, and dyeing over 2–3 weeks. Our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eNatural Dye Vegetable Ajrakh Vanaspati Pure Modal Silk Saree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e honors this legacy by blending ancestral wisdom with contemporary elegance under the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eSaree Story with Shanmuga Priya \u0026amp; Azhagi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e label—where tradition meets mindful luxury.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-hr\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e3. Why Choose This?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eSkin-Safe \u0026amp; Sustainable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: No synthetic chemicals—perfect for sensitive skin and conscious consumers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eTimeless Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Vanaspati (forest-inspired) motifs evoke serenity, growth, and divine connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eLightweight Drape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Modal silk offers the sheen of silk with the comfort of cotton—ideal for weddings, festivals, or daily grace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eSupports Artisan Communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Every purchase empowers rural craftspeople preserving India’s intangible cultural heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eVersatile Styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Pairs beautifully with temple jewelry, oxidized silver, or minimalist modern accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-hr\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e4. Wash \u0026amp; Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"qwen-markdown-list\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eWash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Hand wash only using mild shampoo or gentle liquid detergent in cold water\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eSoak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Do not soak for more than 5 minutes to preserve natural dye integrity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eDrying\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Dry flat in shaded, well-ventilated area—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003enever expose directly to sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e (UV rays fade natural dyes)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eIron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Use low heat with a cotton cloth barrier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Store folded in muslin cloth; avoid plastic to prevent moisture buildup\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-hr\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"qwen-markdown-heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eQ: What is a natural dye Ajrakh saree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: It’s a hand-block printed saree made using plant-based dyes (like indigo, myrobalan, and turmeric) and traditional Ajrakh techniques—free from synthetic colors, making it eco-friendly and skin-safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eQ: Is modal silk real silk?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: Modal silk is a semi-synthetic fabric made from cellulose (often beechwood), blended here with silk fibers for a luxuriously soft, breathable, and lustrous drape—lighter than pure silk yet elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eQ: How to care for natural dye sarees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: Always hand-wash with mild shampoo in cold water, dry in shade, and avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading. Store in breathable fabric like muslin.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eQ: Why choose Vanaspati motif?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: Vanaspati (Sanskrit for “lord of the forest”) symbolizes nature’s sacred energy—making this saree spiritually resonant and perfect for eco-conscious wearers seeking meaningful fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CHHIPA INDIGO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646330531926,"sku":"HSA36","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/8174\/6774\/files\/36_8227f4c4-6de2-48a1-b094-049d7969845f.png?v=1777620762","url":"https:\/\/travelstorycollectives.com\/products\/natural-dye-vegetable-ajrakh-vanaspati-pure-modal-silk-saree-34","provider":"Travel Story Collectives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}