This video shows the entire process of vegetable dye textile production at the Adivasi Veg. dye production house in Rajasthan. Vegetable Dye textiles are an extremely labor intensive process and the knowledge of the traditional skills of creating these textiles remains with a handful of artisans in India today. So great to learn and see the traditional techniques of all the different products we take for granted in the West.

A great amateur video taken by a guest in India which really captures life there.Here he took a tour of a fabric block-printing center and learned a lot about the textiles representative of Jaipur and the surrounding area of Rajisthan State, India
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Artisans in Rajasthan India create textiles using the ancient art of hand-blocking. So great to see the whole process from start to finish, they work so quickly but always accurate.

The Quilts of India is a good slideshow of Indian quilts compiled in India or abroad. The lavishly illustrated manuscript identifies and chronicles the historic and contemporary context of quiltmaking. The evocative quilts were photographed in museums, collectors studios and rural villages. This allows the viewer to experience the contextual relationship between art and society. Rare examples of over twenty-five unique quilting genres were discovered during three years of research. They present the richness of an extensive textile tradition from the most ornate embroidered Indo-Portuguese coverlets to simple utility quilts. Each quilt is a reflection of the ancient and diverse Indian culture

Timeless Textiles of India is the first extensive  survey of Indian quilts compiled in India or abroad. It identifies and explores the historic
and contemporary context of quiltmaking, allowing the reader to share in the contextual relationship between this art and Indian society.
Over 600 photographs, captured in rural villages,museums and urban settings, present the richness of this pervasive textile tradition. From the
simplest utility quilt to the most elaborate Indo-Portuguese coverlet, the book details the diverse designs, varied techniques and multiple uses of
the twenty-five unique quilting genres discovered by the author during his four years of research.
Indian quilters are part of a living tradition that dates back 4,000 years to the Indus Valley civilization. The spirit of their lives is recounted
in fascinating stories and captivating portraits. The language of their quilts articulates the symbols and motifs familiar to these quilters and
their communities. Whether made for use in the home, to signify religious asceticism, or to be given as gifts, the quilts are infused with spiritual
significance and folk meaning. The eclectic imagery not only draws upon a host of classic themes but also upon the objects and events of everyday life.
This pioneering book raises from obscurity the remarkable, yet largely overlooked, quilts of India as an important class of Indian textiles. Written
for a general audience as well as the most ardent professional, the book provides an intimate look into the fabric of Indian life through quiltmaking.

(The background music is by Shraddha, and is very relaxing)

We just had to put this great video up on our new website here at “HomeandInteriors.co.uk”, great filming, lovely music and very informative of the Artisan Manufacturing process in this country. The following is straight from Susie’s overview about this particular factory owned by Mr Ravi:

We have been very fortunate to find the perfect partner in Mr Ravi. His family-run business in rural Southern India is home to a multitude of talented artists. We’re thrilled to be able to show people where our products are made and how much work goes into every item…

All of our textiles are traditionally dyed and woven. A process that is overseen by Mr Ravi, a master weaver. He is recognised for his beautiful colours and an enormous amount of effort goes into creating every shade. Kartik, an artisan in embroidery, supervises the cutting & stitching of every item. Each heart, flower and bird are cut out individually. Each piece is entirely handmade with a huge amount of skill and care.

All the expertise, coupled with lots of enthusiasm, makes the workshop an ideal setting for origination. Susie spends at least four weeks a year there creating first samples of new designs.

We hope you enjoy the film – let us know what you think.

www.susiewatsondesigns.co.uk

We have no idea who they are personally  , but, the craftmanship is amazing.

There website is at www.moresque.com

Moorish fountain presents a Moroccan Beldi with zellige
hicham naji
email: hichamnaji77@gmail.com
0668662500

An interesting video (10minutes)  on how Moroccan lamps are made in the actual workshops in Morocco.

Such amazing skilled craftsmen, this video has full sound so you can hear them working with Moroccan music in background.