FLORES, Indonesia – There are many cultural items that represent Indonesia on the world stage, but none quite as beautiful as ikat. These intricately patterned woven textiles are an ancient art form, ...

Ikat has moved from traditional attire to modern silhouettes, giving fashion lovers versatile, stylish, and sustainable wardrobe choices. (Image: Translate; Ikat India) Indian fashion has always ...

Polymer clay is gaining popularity largely due to its exceptional flexibility, especially with jewelry artisans. Its moldability and resilience make it perfect for crafting detailed patterns and ...

In this polymer clay tutorial, we will create a hanging version of Spider-Man for home decoration. The video covers mixing clay and general sculpting techniques, providing a step-by-step guide for ...

Authentic Indian handloom textiles bring warmth, character and handcrafted beauty into modern homes. Check out ideas to blend tradition with modern aesthetics. Textiles shape a home’s personality like ...

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Domestic silk production is undergoing a revival in the provinces as international demand rises for natural dyes and indigenous fabric, experts said at this year’s World ...

THE World Ikat Convention this week in Baguio attracted 100 delegates from 20 countries. The Baguio Convention Center was festooned with stunning and colorful ikat textiles on four sides plus the ...

PIKIRAN RAKYAT - Tenun Ikat is especially prominent in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), a group of islands east of Bali and Lombok. Each island in NTT has its own unique weaving styles and motifs, reflecting ...

In the bustling region of SOCCSKSARGEN, Jessie Cris Falalimpa stands out for his commitment to cultural authenticity through his artistry with polymer clay dolls. Unlike many artists who chase ...

All the items in “Irresistible: The Global Patterns of Ikat” — well, all but one — were woven with the same painstaking technique. But the robes, wraps and wall hangings on exhibit at the George ...