The term “flower work,” or phalkari, describes the elaborate floral patterns and designs found in textiles. The rich cultural tapestry of Punjab in the subcontinent, where colorful threads weave narratives of tradition, spirituality, and connectedness to the natural world, is the foundation of Phulkari Baghs’ art. The deep ecological significance of Phulkari embroidery is concealed within its beautiful appearance. To depict ecology, the significance of birds and animals in Phulkari embroidery is explored and highlighted in this work. We can understand the ecological knowledge ingrained in this traditional expertise by exploring the significance of birds and animals in Phulkari embroidery. This project intends to promote Phulkari’s eco-friendly themes in our culture through Phulkari patterns and appreciate Phulkari’s artistic splendor.

This work explores the ways in which animals and birds represent life as a metaphor for the delicate ecosystems associated with waterways, drawing inspiration from the Charbagh or Chahr Bagh, an Islamic and Persian quadrilateral garden design mentioned in the Quran, which represents the Garden of Paradise and the four rivers that flow through it. In this work, I examine the ecological importance of Phulkari embroidered patterns and designs with animal and bird themes in relation to the environment and Punjabi culture.