1. Until 1995, only small motifs were created using 'Adai' or dobbies. Now bigger motifs with Jacquards are also in vogue.
2. Arani is located in the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu.
3. In Tamil, Aru means river and Ani means adorning. Arani means a place made beautiful by rivers.
4. In Arani, still street sizing is practiced
5. These sarees are characterized by Korvai and Thazhampoo Rekku on the borders.
In Hindi, "Thazhambu flower" is known as "केवड़ा फूल" (Kewda Phool). Kewda is a type of fragrant flower commonly used in perfumes, culinary preparations, and religious rituals in India. It is also known as Pandanus flower in English.
In the context of sarees, "ரேக்கு" (rekku) typically refers to the decorative borders or edges of the saree. These borders are often woven or embroidered onto the saree fabric and can vary in width and design. The term "rekku" is used to describe these intricate patterns or embellishments that adorn the edges of the saree, enhancing its beauty and elegance.
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| Thazhambu Flower |
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| Thazhampoo Rekku |
6. Both Frame looms and pit looms are used to weave the sarees.
7. Arani weavers are mostly composed of Saurashtrians from Gujarat who came during the Vijayanagara Period.
8. Arni Dobby sarees are lightweight and made with single color yarn using a fly shuttle.
9. This region also produces Kumbakonam korvai Sarees
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| Kumbakonam Sarees |
10. Arani Kottadi ( Checked pattern is very Popular)
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