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 ...

While you may want try the latest embroidery trend on jeans, dresses and sweatshirts, embroidery by hand can be time consuming and, frankly, exhausting, leaving you with accidentally pricked fingers.

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray marveled at how the barong was intricately made and embroidered in Lumban, Laguna, and now encourages everyone to support local products such as these fine garments.

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 ...