HYDERABAD: Handlooms hold a cherished place in the hearts of Indians, and the artisans responsible for infusing these fabrics with elegance and cultural flair deserve immense praise. Recently, Crafts ...

TIRUPPUR: In an innovative move, a private school teacher from Tiruppur city has made it possible to naturally dye handloom silk sarees. The 34-year-old teacher, R Gladys Alex, perfected her skills by ...

Most of the discussion in sustainable textiles has centered around the fibers–manufacturers making a switch to organic cotton, or creating fabrics from natural, easily-renewable materials like bamboo ...

Textile dyeing is one of the most polluting steps in the fashion supply chain. Most dyes are derived from fossil fuels and optimized for performance and cost. Globally, dyehouses use trillions of ...

There is no noticeable change in the texture of the cotton fiber. Another benefit of the new process, he says, is that it can be done using standard dyeing and finishing machines, so manufacturers don ...

Pochampally, a small town in the Nalgonda district of Telangana, India, has garnered international fame for its unique handloom products, particularly its exquisite Ikat weaves. The journey of ...