Baluchari sarees feature beautifully hand-woven mythological figures and stories on silk, which make them unique and distinctive. Since the weaving community mainly resides in Bishnupur area of West Bengal, they are also known as Bishnupuri sarees. The history of this Read More …
The first Baluchari I saw and possessed was a gift for Durga Puja, a colourful celebration when traditionally new clothes are worn. It was love at first sight! An ethereal creation of sublime beauty, reflecting a precious tradition of Bengal Read More …
Imagination taking form of colorful embroidery It was a unique piece of sari – on an off-white tussar silk base; embroidery was done using bright multi colored threads all over the body. The patterns were simple; floral patterns and birds, Read More …
Dokra craft – it’s timeless appeal Travelling to Bhubaneswar for the first time in over a decade, on the way to the hotel from the airport, the signs of progress are unmistakable. Wide, clean roads, clearly demarcated vending areas, free Read More …
Carved For Eternity There is a temple around every bend of the road, and every temple tells a story – this is how I was introduced to the spiritual and architectural wonders of Odisha, a state long known for its Read More …
Honeyed Tales: Awe – inspiring Madhubani A bright yellow saree with lots of beautiful fishes in different colours and hues painted on it – that is my earliest recollection of a Madhubani painting. As a six-year-old girl, I did not Read More …
Sketching legends Thanks to a delayed luncheon meeting, the sudden availability of an hour’s leisure on a hectic day found me wandering into the craft shop in the hotel. The display on the store window caught my eye – a Read More …