{"product_id":"pure-penkalamkari-duppatta-20","title":"PURE PENKALAMKARI DUPPATTA - CHENNURI SILK","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\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 Penkalamkari Artistry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Handcrafted using the ancient Srikalahasti Kalamkari technique, each piece tells a story through intricate natural-dye motifs inspired by temple epics and nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003ePremium Cotton Comfort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Made from breathable, soft cotton fabric—ideal for daily wear, festive occasions, or summer elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e2-Piece Set Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: One hand-painted kalamkari salwar (bottom) + one matching or contrast kalamkari dupatta (as per design); \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003etop\/kurta sold separately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e under our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eAzhagi Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eEthically Crafted in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Created by skilled artisans preserving generational craftsmanship—supporting sustainable fashion and rural 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: Enjoy seamless shipping with no hidden costs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e: Only a few pieces available—each saree\/suit is unique due to handmade detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e2. A Legacy of Craftsmanship – Brief History\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\"\u003ePenkalamkari (meaning “pen-work”) originates from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eSrikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e, and dates back over 3,000 years. Traditionally practiced by Chitrakara families, this art form uses bamboo pens and natural dyes derived from plants, minerals, and milk to illustrate mythological tales—especially from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. At \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, we partner directly with master artisans to revive and sustain this UNESCO-recognized heritage craft, blending timeless tradition with contemporary silhouettes like our signature salwar suits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-hr\"\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\"\u003eAuthentic Srikalahasti Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e – Certified hand-painted, not printed\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\"\u003eSkin-Friendly \u0026amp; Eco-Conscious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e – Zero synthetic dyes; gentle on sensitive skin\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 – Pair with your favorite kurta or crop top for ethnic-modern fusion\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\"\u003eEmpowers Artisans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e – Every purchase supports fair wages and cultural preservation\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\"\u003eCurated by Shanmuga Priya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e – Trusted by 10,000+ customers for quality and authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-hr\"\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 dyes.\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 in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eshade only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e—never expose directly to sunlight, as it may fade the delicate kalamkari colors.\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; place a cotton cloth over the print while ironing.\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 away from moisture and moths\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003epenkalamkari salwar suit, hand painted kalamkari suit, srikalahasti cotton salwar, traditional indian salwar suit, artisanal kalamkari 2 piece set, eco friendly ethnic wear, handmade penkalamkari suit, azhagi works salwar, saree story shanmuga priya, natural dye salwar suit, limited edition kalamkari, women cotton salwar suit India\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-space\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qwen-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eQ: What is Penkalamkari?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: Penkalamkari is a 3000-year-old Indian hand-painting technique from Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh, using natural dyes and bamboo pens to create intricate mythological or floral designs on fabric.\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 this salwar suit machine washable?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: No. To preserve the natural dyes and hand-painted details, it must be hand-washed gently with mild shampoo in cold water and dried in shade.\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: Does the set include a kurta\/top?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: No. This is a 2-piece set (salwar + dupatta). Coordinating kurtas are available separately under our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eAzhagi Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e brand.\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: Are the colors fast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: Yes, when cared for properly (hand wash, shade dry). Natural dyes may soften slightly over time—adding to the vintage charm.\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: Where is this made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eA: Ethically handcrafted in Srikalahasti, India, by certified Kalamkari artisans partnered with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"qwen-markdown-strong\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003eSaree Story by Shanmuga Priya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qwen-markdown-text\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SR Kuppaswamy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44692394573910,"sku":"PUK119","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/8174\/6774\/files\/8_c632e91a-7ca8-483f-85b2-04d24f499629.png?v=1778669099","url":"https:\/\/travelstorycollectives.com\/products\/pure-penkalamkari-duppatta-20","provider":"Travel Story Collectives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}