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Handmade

Case Study / Five Point Five

1 March 2023

6 minutes

A curated trunk of saris that comes to your living room is a collection of exclusive handwoven pieces that are handpicked from the weavers, for those who love to drape and scream pleats please! These saris are one-off pieces, which are more like collectibles for sari lovers, just like a collection of paintings by artists.

Pleats Please and in a Curated Trunk in Your Living Room

A New Delhi-based just-minted startup is formalising the business of retailing yards and yards of the timeless Indian drape in your living room. The heritage weaves from all over the country also have an online platform.

Special Correspondent

Feature

Collection: Making a Case

Handmade India / Market Access

12 October 2022

1 minute

A pashmina shawl worker at his loom in Srinagar, Kashmir. The bulk of the world's handmade fabrics and textiles are made in India.

India Launches Portal for Handicraft Artisans for Access to Marketing Events

The office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), the nodal agency which spearheads India's efforts to promote the handmade sector, has launched a portal which will give artisans an easy market access to over 200 marketing events in India.

Staff Writer

PRESS RELEASE / Event

6 October 2022

5 minutes

This year India Craft Week will host its 5th and 6th edition International Craft Awards together to recognize and celebrate exceptional accomplishments worldwide, reiterating the message presented by the Craft Village team. With participation from more than 8-nations, the winners of the Craft Awards would be announced at the event.

4th Edition of India Craft Week to Take Place During Diwali This Year

New Delhi, India: A citywide celebration of the finest craftsmanship, Chapter Four of India Craft Week (ICW) by Craft Village, is back from 20 to 23 October 2022 at Okhla NSIC Ground, New Delhi, connects art, design, and culture. Organizations, Brands, Institutions, Designers, Craftspersons, Artisans, Craftpreneurs, and Makers from India and around...

Handmade India / Policy Issues

5 October 2022

5 minutes

Although the textiles sector is regarded as the second-largest area of employment and livelihood after agriculture, there has been no comprehensive enumeration of the numbers working across handlooms, khadi and similar textile crafts and in ancillary professions. Data on these crafts’ contribution to India’s gross domestic product (GDP) should also be calculated.

Comprehensive Policy Needed for Handmade Textiles in India: Says UNESCO Report

An overwhelming 95% of the world’s handmade fabrics are supposed to come from India, but the sector remains largely unacknowledged, even in the country. A new UNESCO report has emphasised on the need for policy interventions to make the sector viable, competitive and equitably structured.

Special Correspondent

PRESS RELEASE / Event

20 June 2022

3 minutes

The 16th edition of the Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show – IFJAS 2022 opened to overseas buyers, buying and sourcing professionals as well as domestic volume retail buyers on 20th June, 2022 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida.

16th Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Fair (IFJAS) 2022

NEW DELHI, India: The 16th edition of the Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show – IFJAS 2022 will open to overseas buyers, buying and sourcing professionals as well as domestic volume retail buyers on 20th June, 2022 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. This is a thoughtfully conceptualised sector exclusive show by Export Promotion...

PRESS RELEASE / Launch

12 May 2022

2 minutes

Manyavar's 'Pehno Apni Pehchaan' Starts India Pride Conversation with Eminent Personalities

MUMBAI, India: Indian apparel wear brand, Manyavar had recently launched its 'Pehno Apni Pehchaan' campaign featuring Hindi Cinema legend Mr Amitabh Bachchan with a strong message on wearing Indian wear on occasions. The beautifully narrated monologue has been catching the eyes of many people, especially celebrities & athletes who have been making...

PRESS RELEASE / Event

2 April 2022

2 minutes

Neeraj Kumar, Chief Mela Administrator cum MD, Haryana Tourism, FDCI Chairman, Sunil Sethi, Shri Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor J&K and Shri M.D Sinha, IFS, Principal.

Unravelling Sari Stories

New Delhi, India: The 35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela, witnessed the FDCI curating a fashion extravaganza, where 11 designers showcased their craft-soaked creations, accentuating the sari and giving it a contemporary rendition, on Saturday evening.

Titled “My Handloom My Pride”, the event was organised in association with DC (Handlooms) and...

PRESS RELEASE / Event

31 March 2022

1 minute

My Handloom My Pride

For the 35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela, the FDCI is curating a fashion extravaganza, where 11 designers will showcase their craft-soaked creations, accentuating the charms of the ubiquitous sari.

Titled “My Handloom My Pride”, the event is being organised in association with DC (Handlooms) and Haryana Tourism. Slated for April 2, 2022...