Chaapa Work ~Patna

Chaapa relies on a combination of adhesive and extremely thin metallic foil to create decorative motifs on fabric.

Weaving ~ Kotpad, Odisha

In recent years, Kotpad fabric has also gained popularity in urban contexts. Many designers and companies are drawn to the organic feel...

Dhurrie Weaving ~ Waranga...

Warangal dhurries acquired Geographical Indication Tag in 2018, acknowledging its high degree of craftsmanship.

Saree Weaving ~ Narayanpe...

Narayanpet sarees, handwoven in the small, vibrant town of Narayanpet in Telangana, are not confined to ceremonial grandeur or museum-worthy curation.

Gollabhama Saree Weaving-...

The Siddipet Gollabhama Saree is not just a piece of fabric; it is a living tradition, worn, celebrated, and reinterpreted through generations.

Saree Weaving- Gadwal

Rooted in the temple town of Gadwal, the saree carries within its folds the weight of sacred geographies, royal patronage, and craft legacies nurtured over centuries.

Baiga Adivasi Fabric

The craft of baiga adivasi fabric is deeply connected with the cultural and social lifestyle of the community.

Ashavali Brocade, Ahmedab...

Ashawali Brocade, woven in silk and hailing from the heart of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, carries with it a name that echoes through the corridors of time.

Applique craft ~ Pipli

The significance of Pipli appliqué lies in its strength, allowing it to withstand strong sunlight, wind, or rain with its unique appliqué patterns and colors adding character to the craft.

Weaving ~ Kasaragod

The weavers of Kasargod hand weave the sarees, following the traditional methods. They are considered as the best-known cotton sarees with a fine thread count of 60s, 80s and 100s and are the most preferred outfit for every traditional occasion in Kerala.

Kunbi Saree ~ Goa

Kunbi checked saree was initially worn by the women in the tribes of Kunbi and Gadwa. These women worked in paddy fields and the style of draping was such that allowed these women to carry their daily chores and hard fieldwork with ease.

Weaving ~ Chendamangalam

Saree Weaving~Paramakudi

Initially, Paramakudi sarees featured simple colours and designs for daily wear. Now, the borders of the saree include motifs that replicate the temple architecture and design further contributing to their specialty.

Crochet~Panjim, Goa

The Panjim crochet is used to make a wide variety of pieces- all the way from garments to bed and bath. The use of crochet also ranges from the most basic utilitarian to haute couture.

Saree Weaving~Manamedu

The artisan of Manamedu usually explore geometrical motifs; straight lines with motifs woven with art silk & mercerized cotton, making them standout. The cluster is gaining more acclaim and appreciation over the years and is becoming increasingly popular in Tamil Nadu.

Mashru Weaving ~ Patan

Mashru fabric has a silk facade and a cotton layer on one side keeps the silk from touching the skin. The satin weave gives it more sheen and bold stripes run across this fabric.

Patola Weaving~Patan

Woven in a double 'Ikat' weave, with the yarn threads pre-dyed for the desired pattern, one Patola fabric takes about a year to complete.

Ajrakh ~ Ajrakhpur

Ajrakh is an elaborate block printing technique that involves layering of prints to create unique effects. Interplay of natural dyes and designs bring themes like starry nights and seasons on the fabric.