Handcrafted Design
From Peel to Pattern: The Art of Natural Dyeing with Adiv
August 19TH, 2025
Step into Adiv's dyeing studio and the first thing you notice is the fragrance—marigold, rose, and hibiscus petals all...
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Clothing With A Past And A Future
August 11TH, 2025
Sustainable style isn't just a trend—it's a way of reimagining how we make and wear clothes so they're kinder to the Earth and...
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The Art and Precision of Tie-Dye
July 1ST, 2025
Tie-dye is a centuries-old technique that continues to captivate people of all ages with its bold patterns and bursts of color. While...
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Your Piece of Heritage: The Art and Impact of Handcrafted Textiles
June 9TH, 2025
Kutch, a vibrant region in western India, is renowned for its rich textile heritage and skilled artisan communities. This arid...
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The Amreli Tunic: A Testament to Human Touch
May 30TH, 2025
At first glance, the Amreli Tunic might catch your eye with its playful shapes and intricate details—but there's so much more...
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Tharangini Studio: Tradition, Color, and Craft—Sustainably Made
May 15TH, 2025
Tucked away in Bangalore, Tharangini Studios has been quietly making magic with natural dyes, organic ink and wooden blocks since the...
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Sustainable Design: Innovation and Creativity at MarketPlace
April 8TH, 2025
Sustainability at MarketPlace goes beyond materials--it's about people, longevity, and making thoughtful choices at every stage. From...
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Behind The Garment: Placement Print Sunita Jacket
March 27TH, 2025
The Sunita Jacket is a true work of art, not only for its imaginative design but also for the craftsmanship involved. Featuring a...
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Empowered by Hand: The Story of MarketPlace Garments
January 30TH, 2025
In a world dominated by fast fashion and mass production, we've chosen a different path--a path steeped in history, artistry, and...
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From Plant to Fabric: The Journey of Indigo
November 12TH, 2024
Indigo, once a symbol of luxury reserved for royalty and elites, has evolved into a widely used color in fashion and home...
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Denim With A Difference: Sustainability, Quality, And Craftsmanship
September 27TH, 2024
At MarketPlace, we are deeply committed to sustainability through recycling and upcycling in our designs. This philosophy is evident...
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From Fabric to Finish: The Heart of Handmade Fashion
September 9TH, 2024
MarketPlace garments are handmade from the start, from the intricate fabric printing to the detailed hand embroidery. Here, we...
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The Sampler Shirt: Where Handwork Meets Precision
August 19TH, 2024
Handwork isn't just part of our name—it's the very foundation of our mission to empower women. Hand embroidery plays a vital...
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Threads of Wisdom: Artisans' Proverb Bags Weave Stories of Life's Lessons
August 16TH, 2024
Recently a group of more-experienced artisans (affectionately known as the "Golden Agers") got together for a thought-provoking...
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Behind The Garment: Parineet Shirt Dress
June 7th, 2024
Every piece of MarketPlace clothing is crafted with great care. From the first step (fabric printing/dyeing) to the last (ironing the...
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From Practice to Innovation: The Sampler Shirt
April 1st, 2024
Embroidery has long been at the heart of MarketPlace's mission. From its inception, the primary goal was to create job opportunities...
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Fashion For A Better World
March 11th, 2024
Can buying beautiful clothing in America improve the lives of women in India?
We know it can--as do the hundreds of women who...
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Hand Block Printing: Where Artistry Meets Textiles
September 20th, 2023
The age-old practice of using intricately carved wooden blocks to print patterns onto fabric can be traced back to at least the 12th...
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