Centuries of craftsmanship and artistry are woven into India’s traditional textiles, revealing a rich cultural legacy without ...

What do Oscar de la Renta and Rasul Mirzaahmedov have in common? The New York fashion designer and the Uzbek master weaver share a passion for ikat, a fabric created through a complex process called ...

POCHAMPALLY – In a celebration of heritage and hands-on artistry, contestants of the 72nd Miss World Festival recently visited the renowned weaving village of Pochampally in Telangana, offering the ...

BAGUIO CITY – Growing up, I knew my Auntie Narda as more than the visionary behind Narda’s Handwoven Arts & Crafts. She was the heart of her community, a charismatic force who made everyone feel ...

A commitment to showing innovative textile art has helped shape the reputation of the Jewish Community Center’s Patio Gallery over the past several years under director Bette Levy. The current exhibit ...

The increased discussion on handlooms, we assume, has brought in more awareness and helped people distinguish different weaves and techniques. And, out of the blue someone asks ‘is ikat a print or a ...

Through ikat, batik and experimental dyeing techniques, a Dutch artist with Indonesian ties explores identity, inheritance ...

For the past 15 years, Vinita Passary has been on a mission: to ensure ikat becomes a core part of the Indian wardrobe and not just a seasonal trend. Through her brand Translate-Ikat India, which is ...

POLOMOLOK, SOUTH COTABATO, Philippines — In a remote community nestled in the rolling foothills of Mt. Matutum, South Cotabato’s landmark peak, boys are taking up the cudgels to keep their traditional ...