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Shawl weaving in Kashmir has a rich history, tracing it back to the 14th century. Over the years, the region developed a renowned industry known for its hand woven and embroidered pieces. The twill-tapestry Kani weave and intricate Sozni embroidery made Kashmir shawls a prized luxury item, celebrated till today. An excerpt from an essay by Monisha Ahmed.
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It is sometimes hard to imagine that a goat foraging on the desert-like terrain of Changthang can lead to the creation of one of the most exquisite and finest of the world’s textiles – the Kashmir Shawl. An excerpt from an essay by Monisha Ahmed.
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A digital anthology documenting India’s regional sari drapes through short films. The Sari Series is a non-profit initiative by Border&Fall. Founded in 2013 by Malika Verma Kashyap, Border&Fall is a digital publication and strategic agency working across India’s craft and fashion communities.
The show traced India’s handmade textile traditions from antiquity to modern design. Two Kashmir Loom shawls — one a revival, the other a contemporary classic — were part of this landmark exhibition, highlighting the valley’s textile legacy and our spirit of innovation.