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The Inspiring Saheli Women

The Inspiring Saheli Women

Last October, I had the good fortune of spending a day at the Saheli Women Center, a non-profit whose aim is to provide opportunities and economic empowerment to women in the rural village... Read More

The Art of Wood Block Printing

The Beauty of Wood Block Printing
Carved Indian Wood Blocks The Fox and the Mermaid
Detail of kantha running stitch The Fox and the Mermaid

The History of Kantha Quilts

The History of Kantha Quilts Kantha is one of the oldest types of embroidery in India and is often practiced by rural women. It is characterized by a long, running, hand-made... Read More