Hand embroidery work, like Lucknowi Chikankari, Kashmiri handiwork, to Zardozi and Aari, is recognised for the rich detailing, fine craftsmanship and the beautiful textures. All such handiwork really ...

As chikankari has become more popular, it's also become much harder to tell what's actually handmade and what's produced by machines. At first glance, they can look almost identical. The motifs may be ...

“The Reverie collection showcases intricate handwork inspired by elements of nature, such as trees, leaves, and delicate florals. Each bag features detailed hand-beaded embroidery brought to life ...

Banjara Embroidery is a vibrant and colorful embroidery from the Lambada gypsy tribe of Andhra Pradesh Kantha is a simple yet elegant embroidery from West Bengal and Odisha, created using running ...

I mainly use DMC embroidery floss. For DMC No. 5 and No. 8 and for linen thread, I embroider with a single strand.

A friend's son recently got a tattoo — and she was appalled. Forty years ago, she'd given birth to a perfect, pink-skinned cherub. Now, bright blue wings, dark red hearts and some birds were inscribed ...

The National gets a scintillating glimpse at the fashion house's latest haute couture collection in Sicily ...