Discover India’s Most Beautiful Crafts &
Their Unique Stories
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A craft lovingly passed down through generations. I watched as skilled artisans, mostly women, sat under the warm sun, their fingers moving with patience and precision, weaving threads into precise geometric and chevron designs.
Each stitch felt like a conversation between the past and the present, carrying the spirit of Kutch in every angle and motif. Bright colors reflected the local festivals and desert landscapes, while the patterns told stories families have cherished for centuries. Wearing or owning a piece of Soof embroidery feels like holding a fragment of this rich heritage, alive and timeless.
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Lucknawi Naqqashi: Decorating the Medicinal Metal
Copper finds a pride of place in kitchens across India as it is held in high regard by Ayurveda for its remedial properties. The metal…
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For the Love of the Loom: A young textile designer finds her passion in the weaving villages of Odisha
Like most fashion school graduates, Gunjan Jain began working in the apparel export industry based in the urban centres of Delhi and Bangalore. But soon…
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The Gilded Storytellers of Lucknow
Deep kohl-set eyes follow the graceful movements of decorated fingers, the intricate beats of the tabla and the progressive tempo of rhythmic footwork. Spectators watch transfixed as…
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Sacred Conversations in the Sanskrit Village of India
“All speech, written or spoken, is a dead language, until it finds a willing and prepared hearer.” – Robert Louis Stevenson Language evolves over time…
● About Jaypore
India wears her beauty in the colorful textiles, breathtaking ornaments & inspiring stories that come alive in the streets. There is magic in the hands that work the loom, in the eyes that pore over a needle, in the brushstrokes that paint life. And yet few things can sum it all up, can capture the essence in a box. At Jaypore, we have begun a fascinating journey, a humble attempt to bring India a little closer to the world. Dedicated to creating a unique interpretation of age-old crafts, we partner with artisanal communities, textile designers, independent artists (and the occasional maverick) to showcase a new, contemporary design language that comes from India and belongs everywhere on the globe. We believe in sharing stories & celebrating how each handmade products can come to represent something much bigger than itself. Travelling to the colorful corners of this fascinating country, we curate unique & exclusive collections that represent India’s finest craft-based designs, so that you can savor the delightful treasures at leisure, with us. Immerse yourself in the beauty of India. Shop for handmade Apparel, Jewelry, Home Furnishing, Home Decor & More.
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