When you are traveling in Bhutan, weaving traditions will be something you will want to learn more about as it reflects a centuries-old practice. The clothing worn by both women and men in Bhutan is created with distinctive fabrics that you are unlikely to have encountered elsewhere. Throughout Bhutan, people observe the national dress code […]
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Lotus Weavers of Inle Lake, Myanmar
Discovering lotus weavers during my travels in Myanmar introduced me to a whole new fiber for clothing. I immensely enjoyed my time traveling around the country and my days spent exploring Inle Lake were some of my favorite. Inle Lake is found in the Shan State in a valley surrounded by lush green mountains. The […]
Indigo, Ikat and Indigo Ikat in Bangkok, Thailand
Indigo and Ikat are two of my favorite things in fabric so when I discovered them together at Indigo House in Bangkok, Thailand recently, I was overjoyed. Some of my favorite places to shop while in Bangkok are at the Siam Paragon. I’m not usually a mall girl, and there are plenty of stores I […]