THE PLACES. THE PEOPLE. THE TRADITIONS.
Stories from India
A closer look at the extraordinary things we bring home.
Kerala · Hand-polished metal craftsmanship
The secret behind the Aranmula Kannadi
More than a mirror. A reflection of generations.
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Kerala · Traditional coconut-oil frying
A golden taste of Kerala
Golden, crisp, and unmistakably Kerala.
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Kerala · Decorative wooden box making
The living tradition of Nettur Petti
A treasure chest with a story of its own.
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Rajasthan · Quartz-based blue pottery
The living tradition of Jaipur Blue Pottery
Royal blues, shaped by skilled hands.
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Karnataka · Mysore silk weaving
The living tradition of Mysore Silk
Silk with a distinctly royal heritage.
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West Bengal · Running-stitch embroidery
The living tradition of Kantha Embroidery
Every running stitch tells a quiet story.
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Odisha · Traditional cloth painting
The living tradition of Pattachitra Painting
Stories painted with extraordinary patience.
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Kashmir · Fine shawl weaving
The living tradition of Kashmiri Pashmina
A soft embrace of Himalayan craftsmanship.
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Gujarat · Hand-tied resist dyeing
The living tradition of Bandhani Textile
Vibrant colour, tied to a living tradition.
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