Summary: The Calico Museum of Textiles in Ahmedabad published the fourth volume in their series of catalogues, focusing on Indian textiles designed using tie-dye techniques in 1980. The volume specifically delves into techniques known as ikat, plangi, and laharia. The catalogue discusses various aspects such as motif-descriptions, colors, and techniques. The volume includes chapters on double ikat fabrics from Gujarat, cotton ikat textiles from Andhra Pradesh, mixed fabrics with single ikat patterns, tie-dyed fabrics from Gujarat and Rajasthan, and wrap-resist-dyed fabrics from Rajasthan. The catalog emphasizes not just the techniques but also the motifs and styles present in these textiles. The authors provide general information on the manufacturing processes, supplemented with photographs illustrating the process and function of the fabrics. The collaborative effort of various experts resulted in a comprehensive volume, contributing to the understanding of the tie-dye techniques and traditions in India.