Description
Syllabus
HAND BLOCK PRINTING – NATURAL FABRICS & NATURAL DYES TRAINING PROGRAM
(20 Chapters Comprehensive Skill Development Course)
Chapter 1: Introduction to Hand Block Printing
History and heritage of Indian block printing
Traditional block printing clusters of India
Importance of eco-friendly textile printing
Scope for entrepreneurship and handicraft businesses
Chapter 2: Understanding Natural Fabrics
Cotton fabrics
Khadi fabrics
Linen fabrics
Silk fabrics
Wool fabrics
Bamboo and hemp textiles
Fabric selection for block printing
Chapter 3: Introduction to Natural Dyes
History of natural dyeing
Advantages of natural dyes
Sources of natural colors
Sustainable textile processing practices
Chapter 4: Raw Materials and Tools
Wooden hand blocks
Printing tables and accessories
Dye preparation equipment
Measuring and mixing tools
Fabric preparation materials
Chapter 5: Fabric Preparation Techniques
Fabric scouring and washing
Bleaching methods for natural fabrics
Mordanting processes
Pre-treatment procedures
Fabric quality assessment
Chapter 6: Natural Dye Sources and Extraction
Turmeric dye extraction
Indigo dye preparation
Madder root dye extraction
Pomegranate rind dyes
Tea and coffee dyes
Flower and leaf-based dyes
Chapter 7: Mordants and Dye Fixation
Alum mordanting
Iron mordanting
Copper mordanting
Natural mordants
Color fastness improvement techniques
Chapter 8: Textile Design Fundamentals
Traditional motifs and patterns
Floral and geometric designs
Folk and tribal art inspirations
Repeat pattern creation
Contemporary textile design concepts
Chapter 9: Block Design and Carving
Wooden block selection
Block carving techniques
Design transfer methods
Maintenance and storage of blocks
Custom block development
Chapter 10: Natural Dye Color Preparation
Shade development techniques
Color blending methods
Batch consistency management
Sample preparation and testing
Chapter 11: Basic Hand Block Printing Techniques
Single-color block printing
Border printing
Motif placement techniques
Fabric registration methods
Print alignment techniques
Chapter 12: Multi-Color Block Printing
Layer-by-layer printing
Multiple block registration
Complex pattern creation
Advanced color combinations
Chapter 13: Traditional Indian Block Printing Styles
Bagru Printing
Sanganeri Printing
Ajrakh Printing
Dabu Mud Resist Printing
Regional printing traditions
Chapter 14: Advanced Natural Printing Techniques
Resist printing methods
Mud resist (Dabu) printing
Discharge printing concepts
Eco-printing techniques
Contemporary artisan innovations
Chapter 15: Drying, Curing and Finishing
Natural drying methods
Steam fixation techniques
Washing and finishing procedures
Color preservation methods
Chapter 16: Quality Control and Testing
Print sharpness evaluation
Natural dye fastness testing
Fabric quality inspection
Defect identification and correction
Chapter 17: Product Development and Value Addition
Sarees and dupattas
Dress materials
Scarves and stoles
Home furnishing products
Fashion accessories
Premium handcrafted collections
Chapter 18: Packaging, Branding and Marketing
Eco-friendly packaging solutions
Product labeling and storytelling
Brand creation for artisan products
Product photography and catalog development
E-commerce marketing strategies
Chapter 19: Hand Block Printing Unit Setup
Workshop layout planning
Equipment and infrastructure requirements
Raw material sourcing
Cottage, artisan and commercial-scale setup
Production planning and management
Chapter 20: Entrepreneurship and Project Report Preparation
Investment planning
Cost estimation and pricing strategies
Profitability analysis
Government schemes for artisans and handloom sectors
DPR (Detailed Project Report) preparation
Business startup and expansion planning
Practical Training Included
✓ Natural Fabric Preparation
✓ Natural Dye Extraction Techniques
✓ Mordanting and Color Fixation
✓ Wooden Block Design and Carving Demonstration
✓ Single and Multi-Color Block Printing
✓ Traditional Bagru, Sanganeri & Ajrakh Techniques
✓ Eco-Friendly Printing Methods
✓ Product Finishing and Quality Testing
✓ Packaging and Branding Demonstration
✓ Hand Block Printing Unit Setup Planning
Certification
Participants successfully completing the training will receive a:
“Certificate in Hand Block Printing on Natural Fabrics & Natural Dye Technology”
Training Support by Voliwin
Technical Training
Artisan Unit Setup Guidance
Raw Material and Natural Dye Sourcing Support
Product Design Assistance
Branding and Packaging Guidance
E-commerce and Export Marketing Support
Government Scheme Assistance
Project Report Preparation
Startup Mentorship
Suitable For:
Women Entrepreneurs
SHGs and Rural Artisans
Textile Designers
Fashion Designers
Boutique Owners
Handloom and Handicraft Producers
MSMEs and Startup Businesses
Sustainable Fashion Brands
Special Product Coverage
Hand Block Printed Sarees
Dupattas and Stoles
Dress Materials
Khadi Garments
Natural Dyed Scarves
Cushion Covers
Table Linen
Wall Hangings
Eco-Friendly Fashion Accessories
Premium Artisan Textile Collections
Export Quality Sustainable Textile Products
About the Mentor
About the Mentor
Lokesh Himasagar Ghandharva
Founder & Owner – Voliwin
With more than 25 years of practical industrial experience, Lokesh Himasagar Ghandharva is a dedicated industrial mentor, trainer, and business development consultant who has guided entrepreneurs, SHGs, startups, farmers, women entrepreneurs, and small industries from the idea stage to successful production and marketing.
He specializes in providing complete end-to-end industrial guidance — starting from project planning, machinery selection, raw material sourcing, production setup, quality improvement, branding, packaging, licensing, and market linkage support.
His mission through Voliwin is to help individuals and organizations build sustainable, eco-friendly, and profitable businesses using practical industrial knowledge and modern business strategies.
Core Expertise
- Industrial Training & Skill Development
- Startup & Entrepreneurship Guidance
- MSME and Small Industry Consulting
- Eco-Friendly Product Development
- Handmade & Rural Industry Promotion
- Food Processing & Value Addition
- Dairy, Gaushala & Agro-Based Projects
- Agro Land Development & Farm Planning
- Resort & Rural Tourism Development
- Livestock Farming Development
- Product Branding & Packaging Guidance
- Market Development & Sales Strategy
- Machinery Selection & Factory Setup
- SHG and Women Entrepreneurship Training
- Project Reports (DPR) & Subsidy Guidance
- E-commerce Product Development Support
Training Philosophy
“From Scratch to Market Success”
Lokesh believes that training should not be limited to theory alone. His practical approach focuses on:
- Real industry exposure
- Low-cost business models
- Sustainable production methods
- Market-oriented product development
- Long-term entrepreneurship growth
He strongly promotes:
- Rural empowerment
- Women-led entrepreneurship
- Eco-conscious manufacturing
- Skill-based self-employment opportunities
Industries & Sectors Supported
- Handmade Products
- Wool & Textile Crafts
- Candle & Wellness Products
- Food Processing Industries
- Herbal & Natural Products
- Dairy & Gaushala Projects
- Agro Farming & Land Development
- Resort & Eco Tourism Projects
- Livestock & Integrated Farming Systems
- Rural Manufacturing Units
- Packaging & Labeling Solutions
- Agricultural Value Addition
- Artisan Skill Development
Services Offered Through Voliwin
- Professional Industrial Consultation
- Onsite Factory & Project Guidance
- Agro Land & Farm Development Consulting
- Resort & Tourism Project Planning
- Livestock Farming Development Support
- Skill Training Programs
- Startup Mentorship
- Product Development Assistance
- Branding & Marketing Guidance
- Business Model Planning
- Technical Process Training
- Machinery & Production Support
- Industrial Exposure Programs
Vision
To create sustainable livelihood opportunities by connecting traditional skills, eco-friendly innovations, agriculture, tourism, and modern market systems — helping entrepreneurs build strong and successful businesses across rural and urban India.
Contact for Professional Consultation
Available for:
- Online Consultation
- Industrial Visits
- Startup Guidance
- Training Programs
- Agro & Tourism Project Development
- Business Mentorship
Consultation: By Appointment Only
Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions for Consultancy Services
Important Training Note
All practical demonstrations during the training program will be conducted using Laboratory, R&D, Pilot-Scale, and Training Equipment available at the training center.
Industrial-scale production demonstrations, commercial plant operations, and large-scale manufacturing practices may be explained through case studies, videos, plant layouts, process flow charts, and technical presentations where applicable.
On-site industrial practical training, commercial plant installation guidance, commissioning support, and factory-level hands-on training are not included in the standard training program.
Participants who require on-site industrial practical training at their own production unit, factory, farm, laboratory, or processing plant may avail specialized technical support services from Voliwin.
On-site visits, installation supervision, production trials, process optimization, commercial production guidance, and technical consultancy services will be provided at an additional cost.
Charges for on-site practical training and consultancy services shall be based on:
Number of training days
Project size and production capacity
Technical expert requirements
Travel, accommodation, and local transportation expenses
Equipment installation and commissioning support requirements
A separate quotation and service agreement will be provided before commencement of any on-site industrial training, consultancy, installation, or commissioning services.
Voliwin reserves the right to schedule on-site assignments subject to expert availability and project requirements.
By purchasing any consultancy, training, mentorship, project guidance, or advisory service from Voliwin, the customer agrees to the following Terms & Conditions.
- Service Confirmation After purchase, our team will contact you within 48 working hours to collect your project details, requirements, queries, and consultation preferences. Consultations may be conducted through:Online Meeting, Phone Call, Video Conference, Offline Face-to-Face Meeting, Onsite Visit (if applicable): 2. Non-Refundable Polic, All consultancy, mentorship, training, advisory, industrial guidance, and project consultation fees are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances once payment is completed. 3. Transfer of Consultancy Service Customers are allowed to transfer their purchased consultancy service to another industry, project, or business category only before the consultation process officially starts.Once the consultancy session, technical discussion, guidance process, training, document preparation, or advisory work has started, transfer requests will not be permitted.4. Consultation Scope The consultancy service includes guidance related to: Business Setup Industrial Projects Agro Land Development Resort & Tourism Projects Livestock & Dairy Development Machinery Guidance Branding & Marketing Production Improvement Product Development Process Upgradation Skill Training & Mentorship Our guidance is based on practical industrial experience and available information shared by the client. 5. Additional Consultation Requirement If the customer requires: Additional technical support Extra consultation hours Advanced training New project guidance Further documentation support Additional sessions beyond purchased duration then a new consultation session/package must be purchased separately.6. Breakup / Split Consultation Customers are allowed to divide their purchased consultation duration into smaller sessions based on mutual scheduling availability. Example: A 1-hour session may be split into two 30-minute sessions. Half-day and full-day consultations may also be scheduled in phases. 7. Working Hour Definition Half-Day Consultation = 3 Working Hours, Full-Day Consultation = 6 Working Hours, Travel time, waiting time, and field visit time may be considered separately depending on the project location. 8. Onsite Visit Charges For onsite industrial, agricultural, resort, tourism, livestock, or project visits: Travel charges Accommodation charges Food & local transport charges may be additionally applicable and payable by the client. 9. No Guarantee Clause Consultancy and guidance services are advisory in nature. Business success, approvals, profits, licenses, subsidies, production results, or market performance depend on multiple external factors and client mplementation. Voliwin does not guarantee: Government approvals Subsidy sanction Business profit Product sales Loan approval Market success 10. Client Responsibility Clients must provide accurate information, documents, project details, and business data required for consultation and advisory support. Any wrong or incomplete information provided by the client may affect guidance quality. 11. Training & Intellectual Property All consultancy materials, guidance methods, training content, project ideas, reports, and business strategies shared by Voliwin remain intellectual property of Voliwin unless otherwise agreed in writing. Unauthorized resale, recording, copying, or commercial redistribution is prohibited. 12. Appointment & Rescheduling Consultation appointments must be scheduled in advance. Rescheduling requests should be informed at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time. Acceptance of Terms By clicking “Purchase”, “Book Now”, “Proceed”, or making payment for any consultancy service, the customer automatically confirms that they have read, understood, and agreed to all Terms & Conditions mentioned above. 14. Jurisdiction All legal matters, disputes, claims, or proceedings related to consultancy services shall be subject exclusively to the jurisdiction of Malur, Karnataka only. 15. Contact For support, scheduling, or consultation-related communication, customers may contact the Voliwin support team through official communication channels only.



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