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What are all the major thread embroidery types used in Indian garments?

EmbroideryThread TypeState/RegionCharacteristic Stitch
ChikankariWhite cotton / silk threadLucknow, UP (GI)Multiple stitches — shadow, jali, phanda
KanthaColoured silk/cotton threadBengal (GI)Running stitch creating texture and pattern
PhulkariSilk floss (Pat thread)Punjab (GI)Darn stitch creating dense geometric pattern
KashidaColoured silk threadKashmirChain stitch, satin stitch, herringbone
KasutiColoured silk threadKarnataka (GI)Cross stitch, running stitch — geometric pattern
TodaRed and black threadNilgiris, Tamil NaduEmbroidery on white woven Toda cloth
BanjaraColoured thread + mirrorsAndhra/TelanganaGeometric, with mirror embellishment
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