Heavy Kanjeevaram and bridal Pattu sarees are stunning, but their stiff pure silk and heavy gold zari borders can make pleating on the morning of a wedding stressful and time-consuming. Pre-pleating solves this completely.
Step 1: Setting the Pallu Pleats
Measure your pallu length from shoulder to mid-calf. Create uniform 2 to 2.5-inch pleats matching the border pattern. Secure each pleat with pearl-headed dressmaker pins every 12 inches along the shoulder length.
Step 2: Measuring Waist and Bottom Pleats
Wrap the saree around your waist to find the exact pleating start point. Fold 6 to 8 uniform front pleats, ensuring the outer pleat is slightly wider to prevent inner layers from peeking out.
Step 3: Steam Pressing and Pin Placement
Place a cotton cloth over the pleats and steam-press with a medium-heat iron. The steam sets permanent creases into the silk that hold their salon finish throughout the celebration.
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