Weaving ikats (named for both the way of making and the pattern) is a true labor of love: the construction of warp and weft ...

Ikat takes many forms and hues, from India’s heavily red and Madagascar’s earth-toned designs to Japan’s predominantly blue and green patterns. One reason for the diversity is that ikat ...

The pop of patterns and colors in an ikat textile add a timeless touch.” New York–based interior designer Tina Ramchandani agrees, saying, “To me, ikat is a whimsical, fun pattern, typically ...

Just 90 minutes from Hyderabad, Bhoodan Pochampally weaves history, activism, and world-class craftsmanship into its famed ...

Kalamkari is a block-printed textile art from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It depicts mythological tales, florals, and nature-inspired motifs. This print usually has earthy tones and an artistic ...

From Maharaja Palaces To Ikat Designs: Understanding The Influence Of Indian Art On Modern Interior Space From intricate embroidery patterns to grand architectural motifs, Indian heritage has ...

Ikat is more than just a fabric; it's a testament to the skilled craftsmanship and artistic traditions of its origins. The dyeing process involves binding threads in specific patterns before ...

Like many Pierre Frey designs, Toile de Nantes honors France’s textile heritage. Dating to the second half of the 18th century, it was inspired by an ikat pattern (achieved through a warp ...

We are also seeing ikat patterns come alive in non-traditional ways, with an emphasis on reinterpreting the pattern in printed velvets and cottons (Manuel Canovas's Kerala Velours and Gastón y ...