2. Harvesting: By the end of August, the flax turns a brownish color, which indicates that the plant is about to mature, it is ready for harvesting. There must be no delay at this stage; otherwise the fiber will lose its prized luster and soft texture. The plants are pulled out of the ground either by hand or efficiently by machine. If the stalk is cut, the sap is lost; this loss affects the quality of the fiber, the stalk must be kept intact and the tapered ends of the fiber must be preserved so that a smooth yarn may be spun. The stalks are tied in bundles, called beets in preparation for extraction of the fiber.

Gavanthi Murgi Negi Menthi d. Menthi: This stitch is an ordinary cross stitch. Menthi in Kannada means Fenugreek Seed. This cross stitch usually appears heavy as it is used for filling purpose. This stitch requires more length of thread than the other three stitches. Similar to Negi, even this stitch does not give same appearance on either sides of the cloth. It can be seen in Ikat sarees.