The Topi craft of Jammu & Kashmir belongs to the Gujjars and Bakerwals. It represents an art form and identity that burns bright within rich tribal lore. Mirror beads and multicolored threads are crafted on these beaded and embroidered caps (Topis), indicating generation after generation hard…

The Loi is a wool blanket regarded as a significant craft of the Gujjars, Bakerwals, Pahari, Gaddi, Sippi, Koli, and Shina/Dard tribes of Jammu & Kashmir. The blankets are hand-spun with hand-spun wool and are valued for offering warmth as well as protection from extreme winter conditions. Loi…

Woollen creations such as shawls, socks, and coats are essential to the tribes of Jammu & Kashmir, not only as protections from the cold but as tokens of tribal artistry and craftsmanship. The design of each piece is well thought out, with patterns that express tribal heritage and aesthetic.…

Teli work is a colorful and complex type of textile ornamentation done by several tribes in Jammu & Kashmir. Characterized by intricate patterns, Teli work frequently decorates garments and accessories with ornamental beads, sequins, and threads. The process gives the garment a unique tribal…

Namda and Gabba are two traditional crafts in Jammu Kashmir, which create unique designs in felted and embroidered wool. Namda refers to a style of wool rugs or mats made of felt with strong vibrant colors, while Gabba is found with the embroidery techniques on pure wool. Pehol is used as…

The traditional attire of the Nyishi tribe reflects their unique heritage and connection to nature. Nyishi men wear eri or cotton robes, adorned with bead jewelry and podum headgear, while Nyishi women don the par ej, a beautiful cotton garment paired with jewelry and bamboo -crafted headdresses.…

The Thuma has been a customary female attire of the Idu Mishmi Tribe in Arunachal Pradesh Roing Lower Dibang Valley. It possesses many designs in weaving very fancy styles, thereby reflecting the craft skills of the Idu Mishmi people. The Thuma is made of cotton, wool, and zari fabric; thus , it…

The typical garment called Zeekhetari is characteristic of the Apatani people, who reside within Arunachal Pradesh, particularly in the Lower Subansiri district. This popularly woven woolly jacket is a representative piece of the master craftsman doing it and is usually worn by Apatani males.…

The Kos-Kar are one of the traditional attire of the Changpa people, and a tough woolen cloak for withstanding the biting cold of Ladakh. Accordingly made from the wool of local sheep, it is layered thick and insulating and is often fur side turned inward to keep warmth. An indispensable garment of…

The traditional garb of the Idu Mishmi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh is an exceptional body of wearing apparel capturing their cultural identity and handicraft. Said to be fairly tough and exquisitely designed, the jackets are embellished with motifs having symbolic meaning. Made traditionally of…