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Feb 07, 2026
A Loom in the Hills: The Cultural Soul of Kullu Sarees
The Kullu Pattu (Kullu saree) is a thick, handwoven woollen traditional garment from the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, featuring vibrant geometric...
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Feb 04, 2026
The Vibrant World of Punjab's Sarees: Phulkari vs. Festive Embroidered Styles
Phulkari sarees are iconic Punjabi hand-embroidered pieces featuring vibrant silk floss darning stitches in floral and geometric motifs on cotton or silk...
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Jan 28, 2026
The Art of Ikat
Ikat, an ancient resist-dyeing technique where patterns are created by binding and dyeing yarns before they are woven. It details the three...
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