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Why Vulnerability Was the Best Thing I Experienced in India
At the beginning of this experience, during Orientation, I was given a single piece of […]

Manchaha Part 2: Artisan Originals Collection Isn’t a Product, It’s a Life Skill
The Artisan Originals collection isn’t just a library of one-of-a-kind rugs, it’s a completely innovative […]

Manchaha Mela: A Deadline for a Difference
Back in January, I had the distinct pleasure of helping plan an event for 80+ […]

Bimla Devi: An International Design Icon from Rural Rajasthan
The depth of tradition and potential of skill that India has to offer lies far […]

Hand-Knotted Rugs: The 2,400-Year-Old Journey that Needs to Continue
Hand-knotted rugs have been around for thousands of years with the oldest rug on record […]

Manchaha Part 1: What is Artisan Originals?
I joined Jaipur Rugs Foundation on September 19th with a pretty strong idea on what […]

Recognition of Prior Learning for Future Progress
“I am a Bunkar Sakhi (a Community Manager), and I have been associated with Jaipur […]

A Weaver’s Companion: A Bunkar Sakhi’s Purpose
It seems that when anyone needs to make a positive change in their life, the […]