Around the world, traditional crafts are falling victim to technology and globalisation. In Hong Kong, Miru Wong Ka-lam is doing her bit to keep the art of hand-embroidered shoes alive. Wong’s shop, ...

If Mexico’s Tulum and Oaxaca rank high on your list of favorite vacation spots, Cristina Lynch’s upbringing will sound particularly dreamy. Growing up, her Dallas home was filled with several decades’ ...

Banjara Embroidery is a vibrant and colorful embroidery from the Lambada gypsy tribe of Andhra Pradesh Kantha is a simple yet elegant embroidery from West Bengal and Odisha, created using running ...

I mainly use DMC embroidery floss. For DMC No. 5 and No. 8 and for linen thread, I embroider with a single strand.

Parsi Gara embroidery is known for its intricate detailing and iconic craftsmanship, which reflects the rich culture and heritage of the Parsi community. But with the rise of machine embroidery, ...

Samarpita Yashaswini is a Content Producer for Fashion (HT Shop Now) at Hindustan Times Digital. She has five years of experience in lifestyle writing, specialising in fashion, beauty, and trend-led ...