The Modern Heritage Edit: How to Style a Pheran for Modern Weddings The traditional Kashmiri Pheran—a loose, flowing, long-sleeved tunic historically worn by both men and women to brave the harsh Himalayan winters—has undergone a stunning stylistic evolution. Once regarded purely as utilitarian cold-weather attire, the Pheran has emerged as a high-fashion statement piece on […]
The Threads of Time: A Comprehensive History of Sozni Embroidery In the high-altitude valleys of Kashmir, where winters stretch for months and isolate communities from the outside world, textile artistry evolved not merely as a commercial enterprise, but as a profound spiritual and cultural expression. Among the intricate needlecraft traditions of the region, Sozni (or […]
The Definitive Guide to Authentic Kashmiri Pashmina: How to Verify Real Cashmere from Counterfeits The word Pashmina has become one of the most misused terms in the global textile industry. Walk into any high street fashion retailer or browse through discount e-commerce platforms, and you will find hundreds of synthetic blend scarves, acrylic wraps, and […]
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A special kind of embroidery done with a hook known as crewel is commonly used for drapery and upholstery. A fascinating needle art, crewelwork in Kashmir has a distinct style that is mostly done by a thin wool thread or woolen fabric which creates a vivid texture. Crewel or Hook embroidery, locally known as Zalakdozi, […]
Papier-mâché Papier-mâché is a composite material consisting of paper pieces or pulp, sometimes reinforced with textiles, bound with an adhesive, such as glue, starch, or wallpaper paste. Kashmiri papier-mâché is a handicraft of Kashmir that was brought by Muslim saint Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani from Persia in the 14th century to medieval India. Kashmiri paper […]
Wazwan, a multi-course meal ( 36 – course served on weddings and special occasions.) in the Kashmiri tradition, is treated with great respect. Its preparation is considered an art. Almost all the dishes are meat-based (lamb, chicken, beef). Wazwan is mostly restricted to the Muslims of Kashmir and they regard it as the pride of […]
Kashmir is a treasure trove of handicraft, heritage and natural beauty.Among the elegant treasure Kashmir possesses is Kashmiri Copperware (locally known as kandkari Work). Copperware known as Traam has been an indispensable commodity in Kashmir since ages. The age old art of crafting copperware is deep rooted in Kashmir culture. The art of Copperware in […]
This type of embroidery is age old Back to the 13th century the word crewel can be found in the English records. It is thought to have come from the east of Egypt, than to France and Rome, where it traveled with the Roman conquests. Crewel by definition, is the application of a variety of […]