Crewel/Chain Stitch Embroidery
Chain Stitch embroidery which is locally popular as crewel embroidery (Aari Kaem) is one of the finest and enchanting handicrafts of Kashmir. Crewel got its name from wool which is […]
Kashmiri Namda
Namda a handmade rug is a kind of mattress originated during 11th century during the great Mughal ruler Akbar’s regime when the king ordered to arrange for a suitable coverage […]
Copperware
Copperware locally known as Traam in Kashmiri, is a symbol of royalty. Copperware has been a native art of Kashmir where the designs range from plain copper products to intricately […]
Papier-Mache
The papier-mâché is a technique of using paper pulp for making decorative objects. It was brought to Kashmir by Muslim saint Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani from Persia in the 14th […]
Shawls
Kashmir shawl, also spelled Cashmere, is a type of shawl woven in Kashmir, identified by its distinctive Kashmiri weave, and for being made of fine shahtoosh or pashmina . Zayn-ul-ʿĀbidīn, […]
Carpets
Kashmir Carpet is handmade and hand- knotted which comes from Kashmir. They have intricate designs that are primarily oriental, floral style in a range of colors, sizes and quality. The […]
Silverware
Kashmiri silverware is one of the ancient arts in Kashmir. The design on the object is known as ‘naqash’ which vary from simple to intricate. The Silver artistry in Kashmir […]
Walnut Wood Carving
Carved walnut woodwork is among the most important crafts of Kashmir. The raw material used for the fine woodcarving of Kashmir is obtained from walnut tree locally known as ‘Doon […]
Wicker Work
Willow Wicker Craft , locally referred to as Keani Keam, is a hand skilled craft from kashmir involving weaving using willow reeds. The art was introduced to the natives of […]