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Behind the Craft
How hand block printing, kantha and natural dyeing actually work, told through the workshops and the people who keep them going.
Behind the CraftHand Block Printing, Step by Step: From Carved Wood to Finished Cloth
How hand block printing works, step by step: carving wooden blocks, printing, natural dyes and fixing, plus regional styles and how to spot a real hand print.
Behind the CraftKantha Quilts Explained: How Old Saris Become New Heirlooms
What is a kantha quilt? The history of kantha in Bengal, how quilts are stitched from layered saris, the main types, how to spot a real one and care tips.
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