Why did the Jamdani weave thrive in Bengal? Shoba NarayanMar 13, 2019February 1, 20215 The history of the prized jamdani weave. An Introduction. A bird’s eye view of this fabric. Or should we say, fish’s eye view Why here Read more
The dance between Dacca and Bengal Shoba NarayanMar 13, 2019February 1, 20212 Ten things you didn't know about jamdani Read more
Why are Bengalis (and their textiles) so diverse? Shoba NarayanMar 11, 2019May 15, 20197 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
Rose Bushes and Mud Paths: a place called Phulia Shoba NarayanMar 11, 2019February 1, 202110 Phulia is a clean picturesque town. Getting here takes two hours, depending on time of day. I left Kolkata at 4:30 AM and reached Phulia Read more
Potatoes and puri: delicious breakfasts in Jamdani country Shoba NarayanMar 8, 2019February 1, 202110 It was a magical instrument that skinned vegetables, peeled them and chopped them into pieces. Read more