Khneng embroidery of Meghalaya stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of the Khasi community. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the craft holds stories, traditions, and a sense of identity.

In December 2018, Iaishah Rymbai, a school teacher in Raid Iapngar, a village in Meghalaya, received an order for 50 Eri silk scarves. Hailing from a weaver family, Iaishah learnt the art of Eri ...

“This event, which began humbly, now draws artisans, ateliers, and weavers from all 12 districts of Meghalaya. It’s nothing short of a miracle,” Lyngdoh said.

Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration continues at Craft in America Center (8415 West 3rd Street, Beverly Grove, Los Angeles) through December 4. The exhibition is curated by Emily Zaiden.

Long caught in the liminal space between craft and something more prestigious, works of thread and fabric are reaching newfound institutional recognition. Sheila Hicks, photographed at her studio ...