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Fabrics can also be ornamented by the *jāmdāni* (*Fig.15a,b*), slit, single and double interlock as also the dovetail tapestry techniques (*Figs.16a-d,17a-b*). None of these methods of weaving involve usage of elaborate loom procedures. The investment is in terms of manual skill. *Jāmdāni* and tapestry both pre-date the introduction of the Islamic repertoire in weaves. In *Jāmdāni*, which falls under the category of Supplementary weft inlaid, pattern ends are manually lifted with the pattern weft and ground weft positioned within the same shed (*Fig. 15a-b*). Major centres of *Jamdani* have been Dhaka, Tanda, Uppada and Paithan.