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Friday, May 20, 2011

Aapno Store Brings You The Rich State of Handicraft


Rajasthan is a rich state in culture, art and crafts. It is famously known for its exquisite handicrafts. Depicting the rich culture & tradition of the state, beautiful handicrafts of Rajasthan keep their exclusivity. Handicraft of Rajasthan is an add-on of attractions of the state. Travelers and tourists love to see and purchase exquisite handicrafts while on Rajasthan tours. Exquisite handicrafts of the state proudly depict the masterpiece creativity of the Rajasthan people. Aapno Store realized the craze for Rajasthani Handicraft in global market and decided to make this rich handicraft available to every corner of the earth.

Following are the different handicrafts Rajasthan is famous for.

  • Textile:-Exquisite Rajasthani textiles (Bandhani or Bandhej textiles) are an excellent example of Rajasthani rich form. Tie and die techniques are used to make Bandhej textiles. Bandhej Kurtis, Bandhej sarees, etc are popular among people.
  • Handmade Jewellery:- Handmade jewellery of Rajasthan are Rakhi, Bala, Bajuband, Gokhru, Timamyan, etc. Meenakari is one of the most popular jewellery works of Rajasthan. Meenakari is enameled gold and silver jewellery.

  • Carpets & Durries:- Woolen carpets of Bikaner, Jaipur and Tonk are popular. These carpets are hand knotted with stunning designs based on Persian styles. Cotton durries of Jodhpur and Jaipur are tool popular. The geographical motifs and pastel shades make these durries beautiful.

  • Blue Pottery: Blue potteries of Rajasthan are popular form of exquisite Rajasthani handicrafts. Jaipur is perhaps the most known place for blue pottery in Rajasthan. To create blue potteries, blue, green and white colors are mainly used.
  • Wooden Furniture:- When we talk about crafts of Rajasthan, how can we forget to discuss about the exquisite designs of Rajasthani wooden furniture. In different part of Rajasthan you can see carved wooden furniture having different styles and designs. Exquisite motif and design works on wooden furniture are eye-catching. The most famous work on wooden furniture in Rajasthan is the latticework.Jodhpur and Kishangarh are known places where from you can purchase carved casket, screens, doors, chairs, tables, shelf, etc.
  • Rajasthan Quilts:- Rajasthani quilts are the most popular product among people. The most famous place is Jaipur to purchase quilts. The specialty of Jaipuri quilts or Jaipur rajais is they are light and soft as feathers and more importantly they are of high quality. They are available in many varieties like cotton block printed, velvet printed, etc.
  • Mojaris/Jutis:- Leather items from Rajasthan are also popular. Particularly mojaris and jutis with beautiful embroidery work are loved among people. The pattern and design of embroidery varies from region to region. However, Jodhpur and Jaipur are the places known for beautiful mojaris and jutis.

  • Marble Crafts: The beautiful marble crafts of Rajasthan are very popular. These consist of carved wall hangings, beautiful sculptures, statues of gods & goddesses, furniture & tabletops, flower vases, fireplaces, statues, etc in marble.
  • Ivory:- Ivory bangles of Rajasthan are very popular among women. The wearing of ivory bangles is considered to be the symbol of good sign and luck.
  • Rajasthan Paintings:- Rajasthani murals & frescoes, miniature paintings are add-on attractions of exquisite handicrafts of Rajasthan.

The List goes on with Textiles in Kantha work and embroidery, the earthen pottery, semi precious stone jewellery, laquer (Lac) bangles and jewellery etc

Aapno Store boasts of all these handicraft items which is just a click away from you. The products at Aapno Store are hand picked and sold at very reasonable price. All you need to do is just log on to www.aapnostore.com and enjoy shopping.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Treasures in the Heart of Rajasthan !!


India is a vibrant country, culturally rich with an unparallel heritage of its own. Its produce including spices, food, handicrafts, etc., attract millions and mesmerize connoisseurs of lifestyle living options. Handicrafts from all regions of the country pose as wonderful souvenirs, highly valued by people all over the world.


Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan is a paradise for handicraft shopping lovers. You can find this title awarded to the city on almost all touring websites, traveling guides, blogs, shopping portals, and online catalogs. Called as the Treasure Trove of India, one can never be found empty handed!


Rajasthan is a colorful state that is branded as a true tourism treat for travelers from within and abroad. Be it the oceanic-blue colored city, Jodhpur or the candy-floss fuchsia painted Jaipur, its every city holds something very special and intriguing for a Marco Polo of that generation. However, Jaipur holds the greatest importance being the capital city of Rajasthan. It also houses the most number of handicraft units that are responsible to produce distinctly pretty and ethnic extravaganza for buyers.


The various congested by lanes of Rajasthan exhibit the most of the handicraft items to its credit. For example, the bandhej or tie-and-dye prints on textiles, famous camel leather flat wears known as mojaris and jutis are abundantly seen showcased delightfully.


With Aapno Store initiative, at such pocket-friendly prices, one can get hold of the beauty, quality and durability with handicraft articles such as blue ceramic pottery, wooden carvings and statues, handmade paper products, golden jewellery with enamel work as meenakari and the list goes on. Such handicraft items like hand-knotted bed covers and carpets are also manufactured in the remotes of Rajasthan are celebrated in other countries where they are exported in huge demands.

What lies in the Heart of Rajasthan !!




















India is a vibrant country, culturally rich with an unparallel heritage of its own. Its produce including spices, food, handicrafts, etc., attract millions and mesmerize connoisseurs of lifestyle living options. Handicrafts from all regions of the country pose as wonderful souvenirs

, highly valued by people all over the world.


Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan is a paradise for handicraft shopping lovers. You can find this title awarded to the city on almost all touring websites, traveling guides, blogs, shopping portals, and online catalogs. Called as the Treasure Trove of India, one can never be found empty handed!



Rajasthan is a colorful state that is branded as a true tourism treat for travelers from within and abroad. Be it the oceanic-blue colored city, Jodhpur or the candy-floss fuchsia painted Jaipur, its every city holds something very special and intriguing for a Marco Polo of that generation. However, Jaipur holds the greatest importance being the capital city of Rajasthan. It also houses the most number of handicraft units that are responsible to produce distinctly pretty and ethnic extravaganza for buyers.


The various congested by lanes of Rajasthan exhibit the most of the handicraft items to its credit. For example, the bandhej or tie-and-dye prints on textiles, famous camel leather flat wears known as mojaris and jutis are abundantly seen showcased delightfully.


With Aapno Store initiative, at such pocket-friendly prices, one can get hold of the beauty, quality and durability with handicraft articles such as blue ceramic pottery, wooden carvings and statues, handmade paper products, golden jewellery with enamel work as meenakari and the list goes on. Such handicraft items like hand-knotted bed covers and carpets are also manufactured in the remotes of Rajasthan are celebrated in other countries where they are exported in huge demands.