African weaving hubs are where traditional techniques are preserved and innovative designs are created. From vibrant patterns to intricate designs, each region has something unique to offer. Exploring ...

Olga de Amaral, “Woven Gridded Wall #66" (Muro tejido cuadriculado #66) (1970), wool and horsehair, 119 x 70 x 20 inches (all photos Julie Smith Schneider/Hyperallergic) A current of cross-cultural, ...

Did Spain create the different Mayan weaving patterns? Find out in this episode. Should we credit the Spanish conquistadors for creating the regional differences in Mayan weaving patterns? Many ...

The history of Kamba basket weaving dates back centuries, when it was first used for daily activities. The Kamba people used ...

It's a tale as old as 2020: One day, I was in the NPR office making after-work plans with friends; the next, I was taking my laptop home to work remotely for "just a few weeks." A few weeks later, I ...

The handloom weaving tradition is undergoing a transformation in the district. The patterns, for instance. The old school is sticking to convention, but the younger generation of weavers are ...

Chengdu Shu Brocade and Embroidery Museum showcases the best brocades in China. Guide Yan Hua walked me into a room where two people were busy working on a loom. It is no ordinary loom. The greater ...

In the China Pavilion at the sixth China International Import Expo in Shanghai, a piece of bamboo art resembling a Taihu Lake Stone was the center of attention. It perfectly combined traditional ...