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Sanganer: A Rich Legacy of Block Printing

Sanganer: A Rich Legacy of Block Printing

Historical Context of Sanganer Block Printing The 16th and 17th centuries were periods of perpetual conflict in India, marked by the relentless war...

Khesh Weaving

The Timeless Art of Khesh Weaving: A Sustainable Fashion Revolution Introduction to Khesh Weaving Khesh weaving originated in Birbhum, a region in ...

Kantha Sarees: Bengal Hand-Embroidered

Introduction Kantha sarees, known for their intricate hand-embroidered designs, hold a special place in the cultural tapestry of Bengal. These sare...

Kala Cotton Kutch Weaving

Introduction to Kala Cotton Weaving in Kutch:Kutch, a district in the vibrant state of Gujarat, India, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage a...

A Journey into Barmer’s Applique Craft

Unveiling the Timeless Artistry of Barmer Applique: A Comprehensive Guide Welcome to the ultimate guide to Barmer Applique – your definitive resou...

Designer Ajrakh Sarees: Fusion of Tradition and Modernity

Table of Contents: Introduction What are Ajrakh sarees? The History and Significance of Ajrakh Print Sarees The Artisans Behind Ajrakh Sarees Expl...

Chikankari: The Whitework Floral

On a bleak midwinter night, I boarded the Lucknow Festive Special mail from Chandigarh. Loaded with sanitizers and masks. The next morning at 6 the...

Phulkari: Emotions Embroidered

On a winter morning, with masks, sanitizers and gloves, all ready and stored I boarded the Bus to Patiala. On the window seat, grasping every frame...

Jamnagar | Bandhini 

It was an early winter morning, At the crack of the dawn, I boarded the Saurashtra mail from Ahmedabad. Usually the thought of exploring a new craf...

The Recovery

January 26, 2001. While many believed that Gujarat would take years to get back to normal, the massive rehabilitation and reconstruction undertake...

A day well spent – Bagru.

A bright morning, as we wait outside our hostel for our uber to come pick us up for our long planned day at Bagru. This is was our third time at ba...

Colors of Gujarat

Gujarat’s vibrant and variant fabrics are evidence to it’s rich textile heritage, which we take pride on. Kutchch being the epicenter to attract t...

Love can weave colors – Tangaliya

The state of Gujarat boasts vibrant art, architecture, culture and heritage; and among all the states I have visited to, I somehow developed the c...