The Art of Using Natural Dyes
From the V&A: “Sachio Yoshioka is the fifth-generation head of the Somenotsukasa Yoshioka dye workshop in Fushimi, southern Kyoto. When he succeeded to the family busines
Making Multicolored Specialty Yarn
From the video: “Phoebe Hammonds creates yarn for woven decor kits, crochet, knitting, macramé, and more. She blends colorful fibers, like merino and nylon, into a batt of f
Yucatecan Hammocks for Hotel Xcaret Arte
Hammocks are hand-crafted for the hotel. See more here.
Quipu: Incan String Communication
Communication comes in many forms, and throughout history humans have been creative with how they communicate with each other and record information; these knotted strings the Inca
Tahitian Mourner’s Costume
Mourner’s costume from Tahiti, collected by Captain Cook in 1774. The costume is made of barkcloth, pearl shell, feather, and coconut shell. Visit the British Museum’s blog
Conserving a Beaded Gown
Watch the Victoria & Albert Museum’s Senior Textile Conservator Susana Fajardo as she works on the dress worn by Sandie Shaw at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1967.
Oaxacan Costume Traditions
From Vogue: “For nearly 75 years, these Oaxacan women have been revitalizing a vivid tradition of costume-making and folkloric dance.”
