Journal
Stories from the valley
Guides, histories and quiet observations on Kashmiri craft — written by people who live and work alongside the artisans.
How to Identify an Original Kashmiri Shawl
Six honest tests — from the ring test to the burn test — that help you tell a genuine handwoven Kashmiri shawl from a machine-made copy.
Best Kashmiri Clothing for Winter
From the classic pheran to layered shawls and karakuli caps — a practical guide to dressing warmly in traditional Kashmiri clothing.
A Short History of Kashmiri Handicrafts
How shawls, embroidery, papier mâché and woodwork from Kashmir reached the courts of Europe — and why they still matter today.