Textiles articles

Distinguish Ilkal sarees from Guledgudda Khana blouse fabric, then ask the right questions about the garment, weave and material you are buying.

Distinguish Ilkal sarees from Guledgudda Khana blouse fabric, then ask the right questions about the garment, weave and material you are buying.

Understand kasavu borders, distinguish a sari from a two-piece set mundu, and ask practical questions about yarn, weave and dimensions.

Understand kasavu borders, distinguish a sari from a two-piece set mundu, and ask practical questions about yarn, weave and dimensions.

Fabindia’s corporate history begins with exports and home furnishings. Follow the dates while keeping brand history separate from a product’s claims.

Fabindia’s corporate history begins with exports and home furnishings. Follow the dates while keeping brand history separate from a product’s claims.

Ajrakh involves careful printing, washing and drying. Learn why the maker and process matter alongside a textile’s visible pattern.

Ajrakh involves careful printing, washing and drying. Learn why the maker and process matter alongside a textile’s visible pattern.

Read Kalamkari descriptions through technique, maker and materials, using artist and museum accounts rather than appearance alone.

Read Kalamkari descriptions through technique, maker and materials, using artist and museum accounts rather than appearance alone.