Textile Heritage
The True Thread: Authentic Chyangra Pashmina
Understanding the origins of 'soft gold' and how master weavers in the valley spin and loom the finest inner wool of high-altitude goats.
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Material Studies
Wild Hemp: The Fabric of the Mountains
Harvested wild in the Himalayas, allo (giant nettle) and hemp are transformed into durable, sustainable textiles through labor-intensive traditional processes.
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