The Pipli Applique work of Odisha originated in  Puri district owes its origin to Lord Jagannath culture during 12th  century. Appliqué is a technique of decorating coloured fabrics on a base fabric with pre-determined designs and motifs with the help of different stitches/embroideries. The coloured clothes are stitched in shape of animals, birds, flowers and beautiful temple architecture on the base cloth to produce variety of decorative products. This artistic work is as old as the Lord Jagannath Temple of Puri. One of the important uniqueness of the product is use different types of stitches called Bakhia, Taropa, Genthi, Chikana, Buttonhole and Ruchiry to bring intricacy & liveliness in the products. The artisans are producing products like wall hangings, bed sheets, lamp shed, beach umbrella, umbrella, bags, ladies bag etc. & some traditional religious products, which are very popular among the tourists visiting Odisha.