Fadat is a hand-block printing technique from Bagru district near Jaipur. It involves wooden blocks carved with intricate motifs that are smaller in size compared to other motifs used across Rajasthan. Fadat printing uses naturally dyed indigo blues, deep reds, ochre yellows, and a brownish black. The recurring tiny patterns often feature floral or leaf-like designs. This style is commonly found on items such as bedsheets, dupattas, and saris.

This tradition dates back 500 to 600 years. It has been passed down through generations by practice and hands-on learning. There are two distinct styles of printing within this tradition. The first, known as "Bagru", involves printing dark or coloured motifs onto a cream or dyed background. This uses natural mordants like harda powder and alum to fuse the natural colours with the fabric. The second style, called "Dabu", employs light-coloured motifs on a dark background. For this, a paste made from kaali mitti (dark mud) is used to block-print the pattern. During the dyeing process, the areas covered with the paste remain free of colour. This creates a contrast with the rest of the fabric that takes on the hue of the dye.

Differentiating between these and more styles is relatively simple, because they use different colours for their bases.

Artisan and entrepreneur Lalchand ‘Chippa’ Derawala received a National Award for his contribution to and upliftment of this block-printing technique. His most intricate print took him months and multiple trials. His motifs were based on Mughal era patterns.