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Chikankari is the delicate shadow-work hand embroidery originating from Lucknow, while Mukaish (Badla) involves flat metallic wire threaded through fabric to create shimmering dot patterns. Lucknow (Chowk) is the primary manufacturing hub for both.
Boutique owners sourcing traditional Indian hand embroideries look to Lucknow as the primary artisan hub:
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