Geetaben, 6th-generation embroidery artisan from Kutch, India, recently visited the Netherlands at the invitation of Textiel Factorij. This marked her first trip outside of India, making it a significant milestone in her journey as an artisan.Continue Reading

In this project Dutch artist Paul Beumer, researcher/curator Lipika Bansal, Indian entrepreneur Avanish Kumar and brocade weavers will co-create with each other new artworks and designs. New interpretations and artworks will be created. The results of this artistic endeavor, the brocade weaving technique and the cross – cultural exchange will be unlocked in an exhibition...Continue Reading

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.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

My mother-to-daughter hand-embroidered kantha sari exhibited at Haute Bordure at Fries Museum, Leeuwarden.Continue Reading

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

TF collaborates with fashion designer Karim Adduchi and explores through artistic research 18th century Indian embroideries.Continue Reading