Introduction

Step into Bagru, Rajasthan’s centuries-old printing capital, where every fabric tells a story carved in wood and infused with natural dyes. FRTO’s “Artisan Immersion” series spotlights this traditional craft—connecting travelers with master printers and sustainable textile practices.

The Workshop Experience

Welcome Tea & Tour: FRTO guides greet you at Jali Chowk with masala chai, then lead a short walk to a family-run printing press dating to 1730.

Design Selection: Choose from classic motifs—paisley, lotus, or elephant—and learn how woodblocks are hand-carved from neem trees.

Dye Preparation: Mix your own natural inks (indigo, turmeric, pomegranate rind) under expert supervision—watch hues transform as they oxidize.

Printing Demo: Position your fabric, dip the block, and press—your first-ever Bagru print! FRTO instructors ensure each visitor leaves with a handcrafted souvenir.

The FRTO Connection

By collaborating with the Bagru Artisan Cooperative, FRTO ensures fair wages and market access for printers. Every traveler’s participation funds youth apprenticeships, preserving this intangible heritage for future generations.

Local Flavors & Shopping

Post-workshop, stroll through Bagru Bazaar:

Floral-dyed scarves and table linens.

Hand-stitched Kantha quilts.

Street stalls serving kachori and lassi.
FRTO’s curated shopping map highlights ethical vendors who support women’s weaving collectives.

Sustainable Takeaway

Natural Dyes: No chemical runoff—water used is recycled in community gardens.

Block Reuse: Master printers repair and re-carve blocks rather than discard them.

Community Impact: Your workshop fee sponsors health clinics and literacy classes in Bagru village.

Conclusion

“Block Printing in Bagru” is more than a craft class—it’s an FRTO-backed journey into responsible tourism and cultural conservation. Ready to create your own textile masterpiece? Book the next date via our Featured Tours & Experiences section.