Despite Myanmar’s ongoing civil conflict, Yoyamay Myanmar’s artisans continue to weave to connect with their roots and pass down these traditions–as they have done for centuries.

Pavithra Muddaya and the Vimor Handloom Foundation have been dedicated to preserving and reviving India’s handloom heritage for more than five decades.

The work of Vamika is a bridge between tradition and innovation, preserving Rajasthan’s artistic heritage while offering it to a global audience. Juhi and her team ensure that every creation reflects the timeless beauty of Kalbelia embroidery and its modern possibilities.

Basha Boutique transforms lives through the vibrant tradition of kantha, a 500-year-old form of Bangladeshi folk art. At the 2025 International Folk Art Market, meet the artisans whose stunning quilts tell stories of resilience, hope, and cultural preservation. Each piece reflects the strength of women overcoming extraordinary challenges and the timeless beauty of kantha quilting.

Heartworks, a South African embroidery collective, creates bold designs inspired by African ecosystems, migration, and global stories. Shop unique, handcrafted textiles that empower women.

Juan Rubén Tamayo Sánchez from Mexico

Faustino’s journey into weaving began as a young boy in the workshop of master weaver Edwin Sulca in Ayacucho, Peru. Surrounded by rich textile traditions, he quickly developed an extraordinary skill that would later earn him national recognition. His talent and dedication led him to win a prestigious tapestry competition, catapulting him into the global spotlight and attracting international buyers.

His wife, Mercedes, brings her own artistry to their family business, having mastered intricate embroidery and crochet techniques passed down from generations of women in her community. Together, their work blends the vivid colors and designs of the Andean highlands with contemporary artistry, creating pieces that speak to tradition and innovation.

Reviving Tradition, Empowering Communities

Kavand Quilts of Karnataka’s Siddi Communities

Weaving Tradition into Contemporary Textiles

Nettle Weaving Legacy in Nagaland

Bridging Tradition and Modernism in the Fendeq

Preserving Heritage in Ayacucho, Peru

A Nigerian Tapestry of Tradition

Dhebaria Rabari Embroidery Represents Ancient Cultural Ways

Kyrgyz Culture Inspires Innovation

Embracing the Natural and Spiritual World in Design

Tender Figures of Felted Wool

Traditional Textiles of Kutch

Reviving a Sense of Reverence for the Ajrakh Tradition