Rooted in tradition, crafted by hand. We honour the art through mindful, meaningful making.
Rangotri is one of the few ateliers in the block-printing world where every part of the journey unfolds under one roof. From the first flick of a pencil on paper to the final stitch on fabric, we oversee each stage of the process with care and intention. Designing, processing, dyeing, printing, stitching, and packaging—it all happens in-house. This hands-on approach allows us to maintain complete creative control while ensuring each piece is a true reflection of our standards and spirit.
What truly drives us is a deep sense of care, connection, and craftsmanship. By staying involved in every stage of creation, we can preserve the authenticity of traditional block-printing while also pushing its possibilities forward. It’s not just about making beautiful things—it’s about honouring the journey behind them.
Our Process
At Rangotri, every product is the result of not only skilled hands but passionate hearts. Our team is a close-knit community of artisans and designers who share a genuine love for what they do. That energy is visible in every fabric we touch and every pattern we print.
Collaboration is at the core of our ethos. We take pride in working side-by-side with our clients, listening closely and translating ideas into pieces that feel personal, grounded, and full of character. Every Rangotri print tells a story—of heritage, of creativity, and of the shared journey between us and those we create for. In a world of fast fashion and mass production, we offer something different: products that are crafted with time, attention, and meaning.
Tools & Equipment
The journey of each artwork begins with delicate sketches, drawn onto translucent butter paper that serve as the guide for our skilled block makers. These blueprints lead them through the intricate process of hand-carving each wooden block, a task that takes 10 to 15 days of focused craftsmanship, depending on the complexity of the design.
Our extensive archive, built over the last 30 years, holds a treasure trove of these hand-carved blocks—a collection that not only celebrates our rich heritage but also preserves the very soul of traditional textiles. We’re deeply committed to fostering an environment where these age-old techniques are cherished, ensuring that each piece we create reflects a seamless blend of craftsmanship, culture, and contemporary design.
We celebrate the artistry of two distinct color processes: Pigments and Indigo Sol—each bringing its own character to our prints.
Pigment dyes, polymer-based and mixed with a synthetic binder, reveal their full brilliance during printing. After application, the fabric is heat-cured to lock in the colors, ensuring durability against rubbing, washing, and sunlight.
Indigo Sol, on the other hand, uses Soluble Vat dyes—known for their rich, enduring tones. Blended with Arabic gum for control and precision, this process offers a depth and complexity unique to traditional indigo work.
Colours & Dyes
Unlike Pigment dyes, which reveal their final appearance as soon as they are applied, Indigo Sol undergoes a fascinating transformation. The true richness and depth of its colour only emerge after the printing process is complete. This delayed revelation adds an element of artistry and surprise to each piece, as the shades evolve and settle into the fabric.
To ensure these vivid, timeless tones remain vibrant and long-lasting, the printed fabric is then treated in a gentle acid bath. This step plays a crucial role in fixing the dyes, anchoring them securely within the fibres of the fabric. The result is a beautifully saturated textile with a distinct character—imbued with both the heritage of traditional Indigo techniques and the refined precision of modern craftsmanship.
