India was the earliest major center for the production and processing of indigo and was valued as a luxury product. Because of its high value as a trading commodity, indigo was often referred to as blue gold. In the 19th century the demand of indigo was so high, that many farmers were forced to cultivate...Continue Reading

If you or your kids would like to become more aware about the textile history between India and The Netherlands and the present-day fashion industry, you can listen to our podcast or read this story, which has been written specially for children. Craftspeople in India often live in villages with nature all around them. They follow...Continue Reading

Aastha and Sakshi two design students from NIFT Gandhinagar are interning with us. They are researching various arts and crafts which connect India and the Netherlands. They interview artisans who still practice these century old making traditions, showing their resilience during the corona pandemic.Continue Reading

Aastha and Sakshi two design students from NIFT Gandhinagar are interning with us. They are researching various arts and crafts which connect India and the Netherlands. They interview artisans who still practice these century old making traditions, showing their resilience during the corona pandemic.Continue Reading

Aastha and Sakshi two design students from NIFT Gandhinagar are interning with us. They are researching various arts and crafts which connect India and the Netherlands. They interview artisans who still practice these century old making traditions, showing their resilience during the corona pandemic.Continue Reading

Aastha and Sakshi two design students from NIFT Gandhinagar are interning with us. They are researching various arts and crafts which connect India and the Netherlands. They interview artisans who still practice these century old making traditions, showing their resilience during the corona pandemic.Continue Reading

Aastha and Sakshi two design students from NIFT Gandhinagar are interning with us. They are researching various arts and crafts which connect India and the Netherlands. They interview artisans who still practice these century old making traditions, showing their resilience during the corona pandemic.Continue Reading

Textiel Factorij goes to the Fashion and Textiel Museum London. Four contemporary artworks have been selected and will be shown at the exhibition: Chintz: Cotton in BloomContinue Reading

Textiel Factorij has an unique working method. All involved have the time and attention to experiment, play, fail, learn and createContinue Reading

Textiel Factorij is bringing the exhibitions back to India. This time the artworks and designs are shown from Indian artistic and historical perspectives.Continue Reading