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

Asif Shaikh, who cultivated a fascination with fine fabrics from a young age, has played a vital role in reviving India’s rich textile legacy A new art collection using hand embroidery in its finest ...

Fashion enthusiasts and DIY maestros are picking up the artisan skill from the comfort of their own homes, so we looked into how it’s done, and where to get the best hand-embroidered pieces The ...

If you happen to be in Mumbai and love fashion, drop in for some learning on canvas. An exhibition - that brings traditional techniques of aari and zardozi techniques, satin stitch, phulkari, Kutch ...

This class is an introduction to hand embroidery techniques. Participants will learn about the materials and helpful tools most often used in embroidery. They will learn how to transfer images to ...

Background information. Introduction -- The embroiderers -- Foreign influences and sources -- Materials and equipment -- Hand and machine embroidery techniques -- Designs and colours -- Embroideries ...

To resuscitate the country’s rich textile heritage and present hand embroidery in a contemporary way, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts is currently hosting a unique exhibition at its ...