The much cherished Chettinadu sarees are produced from time immemorial by the handloom weavers belonging to Chettiyar community in Karaikudi Town Sivagangai District of Tamilnadu These sarees are produced by using 60s fine quality cotton yarn in attractive popular colours of earthly reds browns oranges and greens with thread work borders incorporating traditional motifs using Dobby machines Chettinadu cotton sarees are also best known as Kandangi sareesThe traditional Chettinadu sarees are woven with checked designs in the body portion of the saree The uniqueness of the Chettinadu sarees are that these sarees are thicker in texture and colour fast due to use of good quality of water available in and around Karaikudi area The sarees do not require ironing and are very comfort for wearing during summer season These sarees are continue to enjoy the popular demand of the customers