A visual anthology of ikat
As the year nears its end, I want to thank everyone who has supported us on this incredible journey of craft, community, and soul over the past decade.
Despite impossible odds during COVID, we chose to invest in our artisan community partners. During the extended lockdown, we placed fabric orders with them. This effort created a small, slow, and intentional line of clothing made by women, for women one piece at a time.
We are deeply thankful to our friends, family, and supporters worldwide. Through your support, one piece at a time, we see you, and we thank you.
From our heart to yours, here is a visual anthology of our journey from Telangana to your homes.
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The village of Pochampally, 53 km from away from the bustling metropolis of Hyderabad, feels like a different world. Homes are whitewashed with blue doors and roofs. The community mainly comprises Padmashali weavers, who are shy and difficult to photograph.
2. As you walk down the narrow village streets, you commonly encounter families engaging in the intricate yarn tie, dye, and airing process. Here is a photo of the family who created our ikat textile designs.
3. Ikat is not just a fabric; it binds the community together. Children, elders, and all members of the community live intertwined with this textile heritage that is as much a part of their way of life as anything else.
4. Our women’s center, Projecthrive, brings these beautiful textiles to life. Each seamstress sews each piece individually and has learned to sew with us over the past few years, often overcoming incredible challenges.
5. During COVID, we continued working to create these collections and support both the artisans and our women’s center. Our little terrace sewing center served as a makeshift studio and shipping hub, all in one.
