Ikat is a traditional weaving technique which can trace its roots back to prehistory. With ikat, the threads are dyed before the weaving, only revealing the design if the loom is set up correctly. In most parts of the world, only the warp or the weft is dyed to create a single ikat. However, …
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Ikat Weaving
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Ladies Night In – Film Night
Join us for a Galentine’s evening of movie merriment, snacks, and drinks! Not only is Katey in town, but we’ll watch the film The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, discuss India from the Western perspective, and have a fun evening of laughter, memories, and stories of the subcontinent! PJs are welcome, and if you want some of your …
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Desert Dreams Tour
This fall we’re pleased to offer a slightly different tour to all of you adventurers! Join us as we take a fabulous tour through the wonders of the Rajasthani Desert! With a focus on experiences and sights, we won’t be meeting as many of our artisans, but instead taking the time to experience all …
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Beauty of Kerala Tour
Have you always wanted to know what it’s like to find the treasures of Sankara? Join us on our traditional style adventure through India! The adventure will start in Delhi with a tour of the heart of the city to see the grandeur of New Delhi. Then, we will explore our favorite places such as …
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Pattachitra Painting
Pattachitra painting is an ancient tradition still in practice in Eastern India, particularly Odisha and Bengal. Pattachitra literally translates to “canvas picture”. The art can trace its roots back over a thousand years with murals from the 5th century BCE still seen near Puri. Typically depicting religious themes and stories of the gods, pattachitra …
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Henna Workshops
Curious about henna? Want to learn to create your own fabulous body art? We are hosting two workshops led by Sarahenna! HENNA FUNDAMENTALS – Sunday, 2/10/2019 @ 11 AM -1:00 PM ($99) New to henna? Learn all about how to mix your own fresh henna paste, create designs, and get beautiful dark stains! ADVANCED HENNA …
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Winter Henna Schedule
Our drop in events are the perfect time to stop in for a simple design. Prices range from $5-40 (more elaborate designs require a private appointment). Drop in anytime between 1 PM and 3 PM (unless otherwise noted), no appointment needed! Bring a few friends or family members to get some henna, then visit some …
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Nahil
We’re pleased to introduce the newest Friends of Sankara – Nahil! Nahil Shop is the economic enterprise of Foundation for the Support of Women’s Work (KEDV) in Turkey. Nahil sells a range of unique handicraft products produced by women led cooperatives as well as individual women producers. Founded in 1986 to support poor women Nahil enables …
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Hand-loomed Cotton Scarves
While we were in Bhuj, we were lucky enough to meet up with Ramji, a master weaver. He creates amazing scarves and other textiles featuring local embroidery designs woven into the design. He uses organic cotton, organic dyes, and traditional techniques to create beautiful accessories. Ramji first starts with dyed cottons which he then …
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