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May 2018 - the MAIWA BLOG

Jutis - The Finest Embroidery For Your Feet

These Jutis are handmade in Jodhpur, a city known for the intricate detail of its designs and the skill of its artisans. Soft leather is the canvas for exquisite Ari embroidery, the fine needlework technique which adorns the uppers. A plush, padded leather insole completes the shoe. The...

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Natural Colour: A Bengal Story Part Two

Indigo on cotton. Charllotte Kwon stretches a skein taut to check the colour. In November of 2017 Kolkata turned blue ...

A Celebration of Natural Indigo

THE GREAT INDIGO SEEDLING GIVEAWAY We've spent the spring germinating our Indigo crop. Now we are giving it away! On ...

Slow Clothes: Timeless Garments for the Summer of 2018

Items Shown: Ahilia Tank and Tulsi Skirt Since the time of the industrial revolution, cultural critics have claimed ...

Artisan Ink

NATURAL DYES FOR THE BOOK ARTS Long ago Maiwa established itself as a leader in natural dyes. We supply makers ...

Wrap up in Hand-Woven

WomenWeave co-operative is creating some of the most contemporary hand-weaving being done in India today. WomenWeave ...

Why We Love Linen - New Honest Yarns

All natural fibres have their virtues. Silk is elegant. Cotton is hard-working. Wool cares for you and keeps you warm ...