{"title":"The First Weave Edit","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.6;color:#4A3F35;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA little piece of our design journey, at a \u003cu style=\"text-underline-offset:3px;\"\u003esurprisingly special price\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eEvery beautiful weave begins with a first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eBefore an Idam Living design becomes part of our collection, we create its very first woven interpretation — a sample saree that is almost identical to the final design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThese first weaves are where our ideas take shape. Colours are explored, borders refined and intricate details brought to life on the loom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eNow, we’re opening a carefully curated selection of these original design samples, at prices specially reserved for this edit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe same beautiful silk. The same handloom craftsmanship. A rare opportunity to own a piece of our design journey for considerably less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eOnly one piece is available per design in this edit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.75;margin:24px 0 24px;padding-top:16px;border-top:1px solid #E4D3B8;letter-spacing:0.3px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA first weave. A special price. A story worth keeping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.3em;margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.fw-faq summary{list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:16px;cursor:pointer}.fw-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.fw-faq summary::after{content:\"\";flex:0 0 9px;width:9px;height:9px;border-right:2px solid #C4622D;border-bottom:2px solid #C4622D;transform:rotate(45deg);margin-bottom:4px;transition:transform .2s ease}.fw-faq details[open] summary::after{transform:rotate(-135deg);margin-bottom:-3px}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fw-faq\" style=\"max-width:860px;border-top:1px solid #E4D3B8;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E4D3B8;padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-size:1.1em;font-weight:600;color:#2B2420;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eWhat is a First Weave saree?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.75;margin:10px 0 0;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eA First Weave saree is an original design sample created during Idam Living’s design-development process. It allows us to explore colours, weaving details and the overall composition before a design becomes part of our regular collection. These samples are almost identical to their finished designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E4D3B8;padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-size:1.1em;font-weight:600;color:#2B2420;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eWhy are these sarees priced lower than the regular collection?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.75;margin:10px 0 0;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eThese pieces come from our original design-sample collection rather than a new production release. We’re making a carefully selected group available at specially reduced prices, offering customers a rare opportunity to own a piece of our design journey for considerably less.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E4D3B8;padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-size:1.1em;font-weight:600;color:#2B2420;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAre First Weave sarees previously worn or secondhand?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.75;margin:10px 0 0;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eNo. These are original design samples created for Idam Living’s collection-development process. They may have been draped on mannequins for design evaluation or photography, but they are not pre-owned sarees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E4D3B8;padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-size:1.1em;font-weight:600;color:#2B2420;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAre these genuine handwoven silk sarees?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.75;margin:10px 0 0;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eThe collection features authentic handwoven silk sarees selected from our design samples. The exact silk composition, weaving technique and certification details vary by product. Please refer to each individual saree’s description for verified specifications and applicable Silk Mark certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E4D3B8;padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-size:1.1em;font-weight:600;color:#2B2420;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eHow many pieces are available, and how are they shipped?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.75;margin:10px 0 0;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eOnly one piece of each included sample design is available in this edit. These selected sarees are held in New Jersey for USA fulfilment. Complimentary USA standard shipping is available, and any express shipping options and delivery estimates will be displayed according to the applicable shipping policy and checkout settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.3em;margin:36px 0 12px;\"\u003eA Few Things Worth Knowing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;padding:14px 18px;background:#FBF4E6;border:1px solid #D9B98A;border-radius:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 4px;font-size:1em;\"\u003eOriginal Design Samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eThese are the original sarees created during our design-development process, closely reflecting the finished collection designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 4px;font-size:1em;\"\u003eOne Piece Per Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eEach first weave is offered as a single piece within this special edit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 4px;font-size:1em;\"\u003eSpecially Reserved Pricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eThese sarees are offered at prices reserved for this collection, making them a particularly lovely way to experience Idam Living’s handwoven silks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 4px;font-size:1em;\"\u003eShipping From New Jersey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eThese selected pieces are held in our New Jersey inventory for USA fulfilment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 4px;font-size:1em;\"\u003eFinishing \u0026amp; Services\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003eFall \u0026amp; Pico finishing is not included with these sample sarees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.2em;font-weight:500;line-height:1.6;margin:36px 0 14px;\"\u003eFrom one approved sample, six beautifully refined sarees emerge, eventually finding their home in our collections below.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:2;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/idamliving.com\/collections\/indian-kanchipuram-sarees-pure-silk\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eExplore Pure Silk Kanchipuram Sarees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/idamliving.com\/collections\/pure-chanderi-silk-sarees\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eExplore Handwoven Chanderi Silk Sarees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/idamliving.com\/collections\/banarasi-silk-saree-online-usa\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eDiscover Pure Silk Banarasi Sarees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.7;margin:12px 0 0;color:#4A3F35;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/idamliving.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eView Our Shipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is a First Weave saree?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A First Weave saree is an original design sample created during Idam Living’s design-development process. 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Every Colour.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanjore Treasure is individually made to measure, in any size, and can be created in any colour. We have already made it in black, purple, lavender, cream, gold and pastel green, and every colour lives under this one listing. The photographs shown here feature the black and the purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Custom Orders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Size 40, with an alteration allowance to accommodate up to size 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to Measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom sizing is available. Share your measurements through the WhatsApp button on this page, or refer to our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/blouse-stitching-guide\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003esize chart and measurement guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Order Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered within four weeks from the date of ordering, including the additional time required for intricate hand embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFabric \u0026amp; Finishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure silk with traditional Tanjore jewellery-inspired hand embroidery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully lined with pure cotton for comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadding available upon request.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-stitch alteration margin at the body and sleeve side seams for minor adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/blouse-stitching-guide\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eBlouse Stitching Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for additional information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/our-story\/made-to-measure-blouse-idam-living-difference\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003eDiscover why a made-to-measure fit changes everything.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E5DCCB;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat sizes are available for the Tanjore Treasure blouse?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard blouse is offered in size 40, with an alteration allowance to accommodate up to size 44. Custom made-to-measure sizing is also available in any size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E5DCCB;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I order the Tanjore Treasure blouse with my own measurements?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We offer custom made-to-measure blouse stitching. Share your measurements through the WhatsApp button on the product page or refer to our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/blouse-stitching-guide\" style=\"color:#C4622D;\"\u003esize chart and measurement guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E5DCCB;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does a custom Tanjore Treasure blouse take to arrive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom made-to-measure blouses are delivered within four weeks from the order date. This includes the additional time required for detailed hand embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E5DCCB;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the Tanjore Treasure silk blouse lined and padded?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blouse is fully lined with pure cotton for comfort. Padding is available upon request. A three-stitch alteration margin is provided at the body and sleeve side seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E5DCCB;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the Tanjore Treasure embroidered blouse available in other colours?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Tanjore Treasure can be made in any colour. 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