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Sep 05, 2022

Kashmir Loom in The Heirloom Project at The Met

The Heirloom Project, launched in celebration of the 10th anniversary of The Met’s reimagined Islamic Wing, was presented in collaboration with renowned New York City designer Madeline Weinrib. The initiative engaged global talents, including Kashmir Loom, who continue to uphold historic techniques and design principles, contributing to a curated selection of exceptional craftsmanship.

Jul 03, 2018

The Journey of Cashmere

From the high-altitude plateaus of Ladakh, the fine undercoat of Changra goats is hand-combed and transformed into the luxurious Pashmina. This centuries-old craft involves skilled artisans who spin, dye, and weave the delicate fibers into soft, exquisite Kashmir shawls.

Feb 01, 2018

Kashmir Loom at Items: Is Fashion Modern in MoMA

111 garments that changed the world of fashion came together at MoMA’s Items: Is Fashion Modern? exhibition. Among them were two Kashmir Loom shawls, honouring the global legacy of the shawl and its deep roots in Kashmir’s weaving and embroidery traditions.

Jan 29, 2018

Shawl Weaving in Kashmir

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.

Jan 29, 2018

Pashmina: Nomadic Livelihoods, Trade and Craftsmanship

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.

Oct 31, 2017

Kashmir Loom x Border&Fall: The Sari Series

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.