Phuldigitize: Conversion of traditional Phulkari embroidery to digital form

Abstract

Phulkari, is a traditional handmade embroidery, literally meaning "flower work", was perpetuated by the women of Punjab (North-west India & Pakistan) during the 19th century and till the beginning of the 20th century (Rond, 2010) [7] .Even though the textile industry today, is imitating this art with the help of machines, Phulkari work has almost disappeared in its original form, due lack of interest for manual work, profitability, industrialization etc. (Yadav, et al. 2006) [9] .This study which is provides the landscape on present research.Phulkari designs were documented and top ranking motifs were selected for digitization.Digitization was done with the help of Wilcom E2 embroidery software.Finally, the developed products with Digital Phulkari Embroidery Technique were evaluated on various parameters.The study found that all the developed products with digital embroidery software were highly liked by the consumers and appreciated by the experts.