Why are Bengalis (and their textiles) so diverse? Shoba NarayanMar 11, 2019May 15, 20190 Cotton sarees abound in India, but the jamdani weave is special. It has been quoted in poetry and displayed in Bollywood movies like Devdas. Why Read more
The poem that gave jamdanis the phrase “woven air.” Shoba NarayanFeb 22, 2019October 23, 20190 It is almost a tired cliche. As anyone about jamdanis-- or chanderis for that matter-- and they will trot out the phrase, "woven air." The Read more