Dyeing is a very ancient art; from the earliest times of the ancient civilisations till within about forty years ago there had been no essential change in it, and not much change of any kind. Up to the time of the discovery of the process of Prussian-blue dyeing in about 1810 (it was known as a pigment thirty or forty years earlier), the only changes in the art were the result of the introduction of the American insect dye (cochineal), which gradually superseded the European one (kermes), and the American wood-dyes now known as logwood and Brazil-wood: the latter differs little from the Asiatic and African Red Saunders, and other red dye-woods; the former has cheapened and worsened black-dyeing, in so far as it has taken the place of the indigo-vat as a basis. The American quercitron bark gives us also a useful additional yellow dye.

Rug production is the process of making a rug from different textile materials. Historically, various methods of making rugs have been used, including braiding, crocheting, and weaving. These processes can be done by hand, using smaller tools such as a ratchet hook or a weaving machine. Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, India, China, and the Caucasus are important countries for producing handmade carpets. For example, Turkey, Morocco, and Egypt are some of the main countries with their characteristics.

It is an old method of textile production, In which human resources thoroughly do the weaving without the use of any electricity. The weaving is performed in PIT LOOM or HANDLOOM; These are the wooden machines assembled in a specific order to interlace two sets of yarns.

The art of hand-painted textile work is practised in many parts of the world. One of which very famous work styles has been practised in Isfahan, Iran & in India. Kalamkari is derived from 'Kalam' (pen) and 'Kari' (art), words taken from the Persian for hand-painted art by cell. The use of block printing is also there in kalamkari & the other one is yazma, practised in turkey.

Part 2 of 32 Crafts of SouthEast Asia

SouthEast Asia is famous for its traditional crafts, from intricate durrie rugs to wooden carvings! It is clear that the appeal for these crafts has risen since the modification of the crafts, bringing the world a blend of old and new. These crafts have been developed carefully through time and have now been modified for our modern pallet! The authenticity still seeps through the crafts that have been adapted for the 21st century. In this blog we will together explore the different crafts, their origins and how they're made. So keep reading to find out more!

Making block printing wallpaper is a sustainable choice when using eco-friendly materials and using a sustainable process. By sourcing all the materials that you are going to use locally, you will be able to reduce the carbon footprint and waste that is made to make your wallpaper.

Making handmade jewellery allows you to customise and personalise the jewellery the way you want it. It’s a cheaper option than buying expensive jewellery, and it allows you to have the freedom and choice of adding your own style to it. By learning how to make it yourself you can also start your own jewellery business since you will have the skills and knowledge on how to make jewellery by hand. With these simple techniques and tips you will be able to make a range of jewellery pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more. So here is a guide on how to make handmade jewellery:

First off, it great to restore our somewhat lost mental peace and is a step towards better mental health. Human lives are indubitably built on connections and the pandemic has hit that to its very core. The very obvious consequence is slipping into some sort of darker place. The silver lining here is that when we have lost our touch with the outside, it is the best time to rekindle the connection we have with ourselves, and what better than spending some quality me-time and creating beautiful things in the process.