The Stitch Bank now has 275 types of embroidery stitches known across the globe, thanks to the recent addition of 25, reports the Stitch Bank’s manager, the Royal School of Needlework, a 150-year-old ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The 1960s were an iconic, momentous time. It was the age of flower power and Beatlemania. The hippie era was in full effect. Simultaneously, ...

When you shut your eyes and picture a Southern home, what vision comes to mind? Collections of vintage decor items that have been passed down through generations? Blue and white chinoiserie sets ...

Politician and activist Jaya Jaitly is not one to mince words. The founder of Dastkari Haat Samiti says that too much unaccounted work goes into handcrafting sarees, jewellery, toys and the likes. “ ...

Laurence F. Sterling’s appointment to head the Sandpoint police department became official Tuesday, when Mayor Les Brown administered the oath of office in a city council executive session. In that ...

The annual Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) in Amritsar has for the first time featured Kashmiri women artisans’ work. The display is part of the Studio Saksham initiative by the Rouble Nagi ...

As Winter 2025 approaches, embracing traditional warmth without compromising style is paramount. Kashmiri kurtas, renowned for their intricate Aari or crewel embroidery, are the perfect solution. The ...

This mirror with an embroidered frame was made in the 20th century in the style of the William and Mary period. (Provided photo/Leland Little Auctions) Some antique arts fade in popularity, but are ...

There’s a quiet satisfaction on Karthik Vaidyanathan’s face as he watches visitors pause, smile and reach out to touch the whimsical characters that fill Sabha’s hall. Around him, giraffes in pearls, ...

It began with a set of pencil crayon boxes a couple of years ago. Karthik Vaidyanathan, the founder of Varnam Craft Collective, which has been working on reimagining the craft of Channapatna toys ...