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Bridge Indigo
Deep in the mountainous villages of Guizhou Province, China, a collective of Miao and Gejia artisans is working to preserve one of the world's most ancient and culturally significant textile traditions—batik indigo dyeing.
Artesania Nagergiryai
Representing the Guna women of Panama, Artesania Nagergiryai upholds one of the world's most intricate and spiritually rich textile traditions—the mola. Each stitch is a testament to centuries of cultural heritage, where colorful layers of fabric form geometric patterns and nature-inspired motifs, telling stories passed down for generations.
Gulamhusen Umar Khatri | Qasbi
GULAMHUSEN UMAR KHATRI
IOWEYOU
IOWEYOU
Project Two Mile
Project Two Mile Papua New Guinea
Cirila Aragón Cortés
Cirila Aragón Cortés
One Thread Collective
Through One Thread Collective, Wayúu women are reclaiming agency over their art and their livelihoods. By bridging tradition and innovation, their timeless weaving not only preserves cultural heritage but inspires global appreciation for Indigenous artistry.
Satayam
Satayam: A Heritage of Rajasthani Textiles
Kullvi Whims
This Himachal Pradesh artisan collective collaborates with the Gaddi tribe, reviving traditional Himalayan wool textiles and cultural motifs.
Espiritu Co-Op
Discover Espíritu Co-Op: Handmade huaraches crafted in Sahuayo, Michoacán. Empowering artisans and providing opportunities for those in need through sustainable, ethical craftsmanship.
TradeAID Integrated
In the village communities of Northern Ghana, the craft of smock-making, or Batakari, is more than a livelihood—it’s a living heritage.
Alberto López Gómez | Kuxul Pok’
Kuxul Pok, which means “living garment,” is breaking boundaries and preserving one of Mexico’s most important traditions. Led by Alberto López Gómez, a proud Tzotzil artisan
Pabiben Rabari
Meet Pabiben Rabari: Innovator of Hari Jari Craft from Gujarat
Babaran Segaragunung Culture House
Babaran Segaragunung merges traditional Javanese batik with modern designs, crafting intricate textiles and jewelry that celebrate Indonesia’s cultural heritage. Rooted in harmony and nature, Agus Ismoyo's multi-layered creations uniquely connect tradition and innovation.
Sevinch Bazarova
Sevinch Bazarova’s work honors Uzbek and Tajik traditions with every stitch. Using techniques like naqqosh (pattern-making) and kashida (embroidery), her garments transform hand-selected fabrics into wearable pieces of history. Sourced from the bazaars of Urgut and crafted with intention, her creations celebrate family, heritage, and life’s most meaningful moments.
Dudung Alie Syahbana
Discover the story of Dudung Alie Syahbana, a master of Javanese batik from Pekalongan, Indonesia, blending traditional techniques with sustainable practices and contemporary designs.
Deki Natural Dyes
Deki Natural Dyes breathes new life into Bhutanese folk traditions through vibrant, naturally dyed textiles. Meet the artisans behind these intricate weavings, rooted in ancestral knowledge and Buddhist symbolism, at the 2025 International Folk Art Market.
Ashita Singhal | Paiwand
Ashita Singhal | Paiwand
Josef Koó | Original Indigo Blaudruck
Josef Koo / Original Indigo Blaudruck from Austria
Faustino Flores & Meche Yauri | Hilos y Colores
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.