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Rasht crochet


Rasht crochet; Original art from GilanRasht crochet or Rashti embroidery is one of the most valuable handicrafts of Iran and especially of Gilan province. This art, by combining elegance and creativity, creates unique designs on fabric that are rooted in the rich culture and history of Gilan.History of embroideryRashti embroidery has a long history and is known as one of the important handicrafts of Rasht city. Inspired by the green nature of Gilan, the Caspian Sea and the traditional architecture of this region, Rashti artists created beautiful and diverse designs on silk and cotton fabrics. Throughout history, this art has always been popular among people as a valuable gift.Special features of embroidery

  • Original motifs: The motifs used in Rashti embroidery are often inspired by flowers, plants, sea animals and geometric designs.

  • Bright colors: The use of bright and lively colors is one of the distinctive features of Rashti embroidery. These colors give a sense of vitality and freshness to works of art.

  • Elegance and precision: Rashti artists execute complex designs on fabric with very high precision and delicacy.

  • Use of silk thread: Silk thread is one of the main raw materials in lace embroidery due to its softness, shine and high resistance.Applications of embroidery

  • Dress decoration: Rashti embroidery is used to decorate Gilani local dresses, formal dresses and accessories.

  • Making art panels: artists create very beautiful art panels using embroidery techniques.

  • Decoration of household items: tablecloths, pillowcases, photo frames and other household items are decorated using lace embroidery.

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