India is the second largest producer of Tussar silk, and the exclusive producer of Indian Tussar. Majority of this silk is produced in Malda, West Bengal and also Bhagalpur in Bihar. The good news about this textile is, owing to its lightweight and almost linen like feel, it drapes perfectly and can be used for a host of products including soft furnishings, handicrafts and fashion.
Kantha Saree
This is normally used above a bed cushion or instead of a cushion. “Kantha saris” are traditionally worn by women in Bengal region of the Indian subcontinent. Kantha stitching is also used to make simple quilts, commonly known as Nakshi Kanth.
Jamdani Saree
Jamdani is a hand loom woven fabric made of cotton, which historically was referred to as muslin. Jamdani weaving tradition is of Bengali origin. It is one of the most time and labor-intensive forms of hand loom weaving. It is undoubtedly one of the varieties of finest muslin