It was in the early 1960’s that Mrs. Siva Obeyesekere, who was passionate about all things handmade, started 15 sewing centers in the Attanagalle and Maligawa electorate. About 500 women attended the ...

A friend's son recently got a tattoo — and she was appalled. Forty years ago, she'd given birth to a perfect, pink-skinned cherub. Now, bright blue wings, dark red hearts and some birds were inscribed ...

Kathiawar, known for its arid landscapes and coastal charm, has a rich heritage of handcrafted textiles. This embroidery style, which has been passed down through generations, bears witness to the ...

The intricate work of the earliest-known American sampler, plain in color but tricky for its reversible feature, was reproduced by needlework artist Jeannie Pogmore of Lebanon. Along with 11 other ...