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Crafting the Syahi-Begar Block Print

Syahi-Begar block printing is a timeless craft deeply rooted in the heritage of Bagru, Rajasthan. At Metaphor Racha, we are committed to preserving and presenting this exquisite craft in a...

The Art and Legacy of Dabu Block Printing

Dabu block printing is a treasured craft meticulously preserved and passed down through generations in the quaint town of Bagru, Rajasthan. As an eco-conscious e-commerce business, Metaphor Racha is committed...

The Timeless Craft of Jahota Print

Jahota, a small village nestled 30 kilometres north of Jaipur, holds a rich tradition of textile printing that dates back to the time of Maharaja Jai Singh and his wife....

Pedana Kalamkari: A Heritage Craft

The PlacePedana, a quaint town near Machilipatnam in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, is home to the revered traditional handblock printing method known as Pedana Kalamkari. This craft has...

Conversation with a Cotton Farmer

Recently, I was at work in north Karnataka. I decided to visit a few khadi institutes, a ginning mill, and an indigo dyer spread across two districts in a single...

From Weaver to Wonder Woman.

Weaving magic into life's fabric, Basavanyava Vadavi is the unsung hero of the loom. The Thread That BindsIn a world where the rhythm of life can sometimes unravel the most...