Cooperative movement for Sericulture to stride ahead

Paschim Banga Resham Shilpi Samabaya Mahasangha Ltd. (PBRSSM) was founded in 1956 under the West Bengal Cooperative Societies Act and the West Bengal Cooperative Societies Rules with the object of:

• Improving traditional rural silk industry of WestBengal and promoting silkworm rearing, silk reeling, weaving of silk fabrics
• Dyeing and printing of silk fabrics procured through member societies with the aid and guidance of the MSSE & T, KVIC and other organizations connected with the promotion and development of the silk industry
• Organizing and developing the market for silk goods and handicrafts within or outside the state and abroad

     The PBRSSM Ltd has at present nine retail outlets of which six are in Kolkata and three in the districts at Siliguri, Barasat and Durgapur.

The organization procures Silk, Matka, Tasar raw materials (kora thans) from Primary Cooperative Societies/ other enlisted societies. The fabric is then printed by enlisted printers. Self-help groups are also engaged for the embroidery works on Tasar, dyed silk. Also, Garad and Baluchari sarees are procured from primary cooperative societies and sold in the showrooms of PBRSSM Ltd.
The designs are based on traditional Bengal designs and also sourced from professional designers of the highest calibre. The mix of tradition and modern with an objective to strengthen the age-old industry in Bengal has worked wonders under the brand Resham Shilpi.
The sericulture farmers and the weavers are provided with credit cards The Weavers Credit Card scheme was introduced with an aim to provide adequate and timely assistance from the Banking Institutions to the weavers to meet their credit requirement by providing credit at a concessional rate. Maximum limit to individual weavers is up to Rs. 2 lakhs. Normally no margin money is required for limits up to Rs. 25,000/- and 20% margin is required for limits above that.

So, when you buy a Resham Shilpi product, you are contributing to a greater cause and being part of a modern brand as well.

Bengal Silk in Kolkata

Bengali Sarees: Handloom Wonders

Paschim Banga Resham Shilpi Samabaya Mahasangha Ltd

The Bengal area of India is known for its rich culture and commitment to different expressions and creates and the material business is no special case. Significantly more than anything, the state is worshipped for Bengal silk. It delivers various remarkable textures and weaves alongside numerous particularly masterful plans and examples.

These are utilized to make the acclaimed Bengal silk which are valued and adored all over India. These Bengal silk sarees are separate by their beautiful yet unpretentious plans and rich window hangings.

The latter is an immediate consequence of the excellent and sensitive materials with which they are made. Normally, woven variants Bengal silk including of cotton and silk are utilized. Bengal is especially acclaimed for the hand weaving industry situated in its numerous towns. Here, whole towns are committed to the craft of handloom weaving.

This is a particular procedure which includes hand weaving distinctive shades of string (Bengal silk, cotton or some indigenous materials) into one fabric in various examples to make stunning materials with different themes.

There are six principle handloom assortments however every locale has its own varieties. Some have even accomplished distinction around the globe for their fragile excellence. One such texture is the Bengal silk Jamadan or Daccai Jamadan material made with cotton.

The thin surface nearly looks like muslin and it accompanies expand workmanship and luxurious structures. This gossamer thin texture when luxuriously finished with botanical and nature roused structures has an extremely appealing look and curtains the forms of the body perfectly.

In addition, it is ideal for sweltering and sweat-soaked summer days in light of the windy, spongy cotton material. This is the reason the most wanted Bengali cotton sarees are made of this texture. Anyway this isn't the main prominent Bengal silk. There are numerous other particular styles that can be worn for a wide assortment of events, from weddings to easygoing gatherings.

For example, Bengal silk sarees are exceptionally lavish and commonly accompanied a shiny completion and eye-getting Indian structures like zari work or gold prints. The Bengal silk Baluchari saree is one more lavish variety of a Bengal silk.

Bengal silk is a conventional image of prosperity and riches in Bengal; it was worn solely by high society ladies for a long time. These are likewise made of Bengal silk which is additionally cleaned in the wake of weaving. This gives them an appealing shine. They additionally accompany a lavishly designed pallu and outskirt.

From conventional scenes from fables, creatures, blossoms, products of the soil to present day style stripes and specks, a variety of structures are utilized on this Bengal silk saree.

On the opposite end of the scale is the Bengali tant saree or other silk sarees. It is the favored every day wear saree of a larger part of Bengali ladies. It is made of conventional Bengali handloom textures. In spite of the fact that just the more exorbitant Bengal silk will utilize the costly Jamadan texture; practical things will use less expensive materials. It is described by a thick outskirt (normally with stripes) and a brightened pallu with botanical, paisley, leaf or creature plans.

A factor which sets all these various sorts of Kolkata sarees separated is the sort of examples and plans included on it. The impact of craftsmanship on these Bengal silk is obviously noticeable as they frequently show shocking structures much past the extent of standard Indian themes.

In this way while you will discover straightforward botanical examples, leaf structures, paisley prints, etc, you'll additionally discover exaggerations of town life, delineations of stories from the sagas, disconnected shapes motivated by present day craftsmanship, definite scenes and lunar or sun based themes.

This isn't simply restricted to costly Bengal silk, as these sorts of one of a kind illustrations can be seen even on Bengali style sarees made of cotton or other less expensive textures. Along these lines, their particular appeal can be consolidated into the every day wear closet effectively.

Hanging Style

Pulling off a silk sarees style isn't just about choosing an incredible saree with excellent structures; the wrap of the Bengal silk is a key part of what makes it remarkable. The Bengali customary saree is hung uniquely in contrast to anyplace else.

The pallu, rather than hanging at the back, must be pulled over the other shoulder like a long scarf or shawl. The style of creasing and tucking likewise contrasts to some degree. The excellence of a Bengal silk is expanded in this style of wrap. On the other hand, thin and sensitive Bengali textures are most appropriate for this sort of wrap which probably won't work with materials from different areas.

One of the most recent patterns in Bengal silk is to wear them with puff-sleeve shirts made of net or with long sleeves made of net. Include a vast and strong bindi, shaded bangles and Polki studs for an upscale yet conventional ethnic look. When sprucing up for a gathering, one can choose gold or silver gems according to the structures on the saree.