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International Rural Women’s Day: 15th October
International days are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. – United Nations To celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity I start my journeys to the clusters I travel to for my work. Be it a…
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Shehzadi Ka Rauza
The extravagance of buttery soft Chanderi, and the exquisiteness of a block-printed heritage, come together in Jaypore’s freshest range of separates, ‘Shehzadi Ka Rauza.’ An ode to the historic town of Chanderi, where poetry is carved in stone, and verses are woven in fabric, each piece is painstakingly crafted for a woman of taste. The…
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Heritage Chanderis
Delight in the heritage of block-printing, captured vividly on a canvas of buttery soft Chanderi. Jaypore’s latest capsule brings the highly skilled techniques of Shibori and block-printing, to the gossamer charms of Chanderi, and enlivens it with a palette of flirty, playful colors. Style these delightful sarees and dupattas with enameled silver jewelry, embroidered juttis,…
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National Handloom Day, India: Jaypore Speaks with Experts
The Indian government announces 7th August as India’s first ever National Handloom Day, with the unveiling of the brand ‘India Handloom’. “The National Handloom Day and honouring of handloom weavers will not only provide an impetus to the handloom industry of India but would also serve to promote handloom as a genuine international product of…
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Passing on a Precious Legacy: The Handloom School in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh
Among the many treasures of India, the heritage derived through a Handloom is one of the most exquisite. This tradition has been celebrated in the past by kings and commoners alike, but the future looks sadly uncertain. According to the 2011 Census data, nearly seven million families are involved in earning their bread through weaving…
Storytellers of Wonder 