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We are excited to bring this Indian traditional folk art to the Netherlands! With Master artist Kirit Chitara, arriving from India on the 20th September, we at Textiel Factorij are proud to organize a series of interactive events with him and inspire people to engage with their aesthetic sensibilities.
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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...
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Holi is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. Also know as the 'festival of colours'. It signifies the triumph of good over evil. It's the day to forgive and make peace with every one around us. Holi is also a harvest festival and marks the arrival of spring, beginning of a good spring harvest...
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Holi is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. Also know as the 'festival of colours'. It signifies the triumph of good over evil. It's the day to forgive and make peace with every one around us. Holi is also a harvest festival and marks the arrival of spring, beginning of a good spring harvest...
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Various artists and designers at the DDW 2019 have been exploring the use of natural dyes as an alternative for the polluting colours from the textile industry. An almost forgotten ancient tradition, which is still very much alive in India.
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