Dabu Vibes: Hand Block Printed Tussore Silk Saree - Neel Bhanwar. Clusters of delicate white floral butis scatter across the indigo field, echoing the classic Dabu printing tradition where nature-inspired motifs emerge softly against deep, earthy dyes. Dabu Block Print on exclusive, elegant Tussore Silk brings together a rich interplay of texture and craft. Practised for centuries, Dabu is a resist-printing technique where a mud paste made of clay, gum, and natural ingredients is applied to the fabric using hand-carved wooden blocks. The cloth is then dyed, often in earthy indigo or deep natural tones, while the resist preserves the printed areas, revealing layered motifs once washed and sun-dried. The beautiful texture of the fabric allows the resist-printed motifs to breathe across the fabric, lending the saree an understated yet deeply rooted character. When rendered on Tussore silk, known for its natural sheen and textured weave, these prints acquire a deeper luminosity and tactile richness. The fabric’s earthy character allows the hand-printed motifs to appear both bold and refined, carrying the warmth of artisanal craftsmanship. Rooted in heritage yet timeless in appeal, a Dabu-printed Tussore silk saree becomes a meaningful choice for thoughtful festive gifting, where craft and culture are shared with elegance. ?