Lifelong-Learning for Personal Development

When you understand where craft information comes from, when you actively seek both breadth (secondary sources) and depth (primary sources), when you organize what you learn and synthesize it into creative choices, when you acknowledge the traditions and makers you're learning from—that's when your work develops its own authentic voice. The best textile crafts aren't just skillfully executed—they're thoughtfully informed.

Sequential sewing isn't about being rigid; it's about building success upon success, creating garments that fit beautifully and last for years. Whether you're constructing a simple tunic or an elaborate evening gown, these principles remain your trustworthy foundation. Take it step by step, stitch by stitch, and watch your skills - and your wardrobe - transform!

The sustainability of our clothes depends less on whether they come from plants or petroleum byproducts, and more on how we use, care for, and dispose of them. Sometimes the things we're told are villains are actually heroes in disguise – we just need to learn how to use their superpowers responsibly.

Visual merchandising is much more than just arranging clothes on a rack. When you walk past a fashion boutique and suddenly find yourself stepping inside without planning to — that’s not a coincidence. That’s visual merchandising doing its job. For fashion students, understanding this invisible art is as important as knowing how to cut a pattern or drape a dress. Let’s take a journey through the key questions every aspiring fashion creative should ask — and answer — about the

By understanding the process of resist dyeing in wax batik, the tools and materials used, and the rich traditions surrounding this craft,

Weaving is an ancient craft that has been practiced for thousands of years, serving as one of the primary techniques in fabric formation.

Evolving Wardrobe is revolutionary project. We have more disposable income to spend on fashion our environmental currency is depleting fast

Truly sustainable fashion must address a wide range of environmental and social impacts across the entire product lifecycle

Textile waste - a global issue that has been looming over the fashion industry. With sustainability and circular economy, there is hope.

Shibori in Japan, Bandhej in India, and Tie-dye, you bind, stitch, fold, or twist the fabric areas to resist dye before dyeing it.

Priyanka Raajiv's 'JOD' is a pioneering fashion initiative that combines fashion, elegance, and social responsibility in its designs.

The feeling of happiness and self-satisfaction one gets after making hand embroideries is unparalleled & there are so many different types.

patchwork quilts are one of the most interesting examples of sustainable textile crafts, that embrace materials from everywhere; discarded c

Upcycling/Repurposing textiles is the most efficient way and every individual can do their bit in saving environment by being responsible

Dead stock is the most significant villain in any fashion retailer's success story. Managing this villain strategically can improve profits

Care of heirloom textiles is part of conserving family heritage. Read correct methods of storage, pest protection and the commercial aspects

The objects used for facilitating the conversion of textile materials into end products can be collectively called tools and equipment

In Tibetan the word ‘than’ means flat and the suffix ‘ka’ stands for painting. Thangka is a kind of scroll painting done on flat surface.

Visual language can be defined as communication of an idea, concept or theme by using the right visual elements like colour, shape, texture

Textile crafts can be described as manipulation of yarns or fabrics for construction of functional or decorative end-products.