Often associated with luxury and fine craftspersonship, pashmina is considered to be one of finest woollen fabrics in the world. Designers and karigars describe pashmina as butter-like soft and ...

Filaments are joined to create a thread thick enough to weave into fabric. One yard of silk fabric costs approximately $100. What makes it worth the cost? We spoke to a few experts on the subject ...

The handloom sector every year employs 3.5 million people in India directly or indirectly and is regarded as an iconic symbol ...

Japan-based biochemist Ali Malay has long questioned traditional theories about how spiders make their silk. “The prevailing hypotheses seemed like magic, because, according to it, you suddenly ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Lotus silk is one of the rarest fabrics in the world, produced only in small scale across Cambodia, Myanmar, and, more recently, Vietnam.

India is a treasure trove of handicrafts, which has a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and a deep expression of artistry.

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This stole was crafted by skilled artisans using Muga silk. These stoles are known for their intricate designs and motifs that often draw inspiration from the region's natural surroundings ...

The best silk pillowcases are billed as helping to improve your skin and hair, while also making for a luxurious addition to your bedding. Silk is less absorbent than cotton – and won’t wick ...

Pashmina further says she enjoys engaging in every aspect of the celebrations, from decorating to outfit planning. “I like to design it, find the fabric and then go to masterji and get it stitched.

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