Chanderi from Ashoknagar district is feather-light and glass-sheer, woven in silk-cotton with delicate gold 'buti' motifs. Its translucent texture comes from a non-degummed silk warp, giving it a signature shimmer.
- Region of origin:
- Madhya Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Chanderi Fabric / Sarees
- Materials:
- silk-cotton; zari
- Techniques:
- fine sheer weaving; buti work
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Chanderi
Chanderi from Ashoknagar district is feather-light and glass-sheer, woven in silk-cotton with delicate gold 'buti' motifs. Its translucent texture comes from a non-degummed silk warp, giving it a signature shimmer.
- Region of origin
- Madhya Pradesh
- GI registration
- Chanderi Fabric / Sarees
- Materials
- silk-cotton; zari
- Techniques
- fine sheer weaving; buti work
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Chanderi weavers of Madhya Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Chanderi is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Chanderi Fabric / Sarees”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
Buying Chanderi — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Chanderi pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Chanderi piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Chanderi authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Chanderi is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Chanderi Fabric / Sarees”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
- What does an authentic Chanderi piece cost?
- Handmade Chanderi typically ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹60,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Chanderi piece?
- Keep Chanderi out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin