About Us
About SiyaBlockPrint
Carving Heritage. Printing Stories.
SiyaBlockPrint celebrates India’s centuries-old tradition of wooden hand-block printing. Our journey follows the craft’s historic arc—from the renowned printing ateliers of Farrukhabad (Uttar Pradesh) to the vibrant workshops of Jaipur’s Sanganer where artisans refined motifs, natural dyes, and ultra-fine line work that the world now recognizes as classic Indian prints.
Our Roots in the Craft
Farrukhabad rose as a major center for hand printing, known for precise pattern work and a thriving artisan ecosystem. Blocks were traditionally carved from sheesham (Indian rosewood) and other durable hardwoods for longevity and crisp impressions.
As the craft spread and evolved, Sanganer became famous for its delicate linework, floral motifs, and light grounds, while nearby Bagru developed earthy palettes using natural dyes and techniques like dabu (mud-resist)—a legacy of the Chhipa community whose name literally means “to print.
How We Make Each Block
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Select hardwoods (often sheesham/teak) for durability and detail.
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Hand-carve every motif—each color in a design needs its own block, demanding perfect registration and pressure control.
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Print by hand with carefully prepared pigment or natural dye pastes on long printing tables (chhapai).
Why It Matters
This is a living heritage—once challenged by mechanized printing but now embraced for its human touch, cultural memory, and sustainability. Reviving and supporting the cluster means sustaining livelihoods and passing on rare skills to the next generation.
What We Stand For
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Artisan First – Fair, transparent work with carvers and printers who keep the tradition alive.
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Quality & Longevity – Dense hardwood blocks, clean carving, and crisp impressions that last.
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Responsible Color – Expertise with natural dye traditions alongside reliable, colorfast pigment techniques when projects demand it.
From Our Studio to Your Hands
Whether you print textiles, paper, clay, or décor, our blocks are tools that carry a story—from the carved groove to the final impression. When you choose SiyaBlockPrint, you join a lineage of makers who value patience, precision, and the poetry of handmade craft.