textile history

Muslin, Motifs and Mystery: Paola Manfredi traces the origins of chikankari

Paola Manfredi | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Chikankari’s origins remain mysterious, even though the embroidery is synonymous with the city…

6 months ago

This Deepavali, consider draping an exquisite saree that has a fascinating history

At Aksh weaves and crafts’ small studio in Adyar, there is pin-drop silence except for the faint whirring of a…

6 months ago