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Lucknow Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Lucknow Chikankari Hand embroidery Chikankari is a traditional embroidery style from Lucknow, India. It’s an urdu word which when translated means embroidery (using thread or wire). Lucknow Chikankari came to...
Lucknow Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Lucknow Chikankari Hand embroidery Chikankari is a traditional embroidery style from Lucknow, India. It’s an urdu word which when translated means embroidery (using thread or wire). Lucknow Chikankari came to...
Saree Savvy - Part 2 - Petticoat Pressures
A petticoat is an in-skirt that is usually worn under a saree. The ends of the saree and hip pleats are tucked into the petticoat. Traditionally, saree petticoats are made...
Saree Savvy - Part 2 - Petticoat Pressures
A petticoat is an in-skirt that is usually worn under a saree. The ends of the saree and hip pleats are tucked into the petticoat. Traditionally, saree petticoats are made...
Saree Savvy - Part 1- Evolution of Blouse
Saree Savvy is an attempt to share some of the practical wisdom that comes from many years of draping a saree! The hope is that it will eliminate some of...
Saree Savvy - Part 1- Evolution of Blouse
Saree Savvy is an attempt to share some of the practical wisdom that comes from many years of draping a saree! The hope is that it will eliminate some of...
Travel Diaries - Ladakh
This summer we planned a trip to Ladakh. Ladakh is located in the northern tip of India, to the west of the Himalayas. It is surrounded by Pakistan,...
Travel Diaries - Ladakh
This summer we planned a trip to Ladakh. Ladakh is located in the northern tip of India, to the west of the Himalayas. It is surrounded by Pakistan,...
Travel diaries - Portugal
Last spring, we visited Portugal and had an amazing experience! We landed in Lisbon, rented a car and drove south to Algarve region first. This region reminded me of Big...
Travel diaries - Portugal
Last spring, we visited Portugal and had an amazing experience! We landed in Lisbon, rented a car and drove south to Algarve region first. This region reminded me of Big...
Demystifying the Kanjivaram Handloom - Part 2 -...
Kanjivaram Handloom is known for depicting local animals and birds in distinctive motifs. Below are a list of the most commonly found creatures woven beautifully on the handloom textiles. Annam...
Demystifying the Kanjivaram Handloom - Part 2 -...
Kanjivaram Handloom is known for depicting local animals and birds in distinctive motifs. Below are a list of the most commonly found creatures woven beautifully on the handloom textiles. Annam...