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Makers

Profiles of artisans, workshops and the families behind the trade.

5 articles

The Complete Guide to Kashmir GI-Tagged Products: Heritage,Craftsmanship & Authenticity (2026 Edition)

Discover Kashmir GI-tagged products including Pashmina, Kani Shawls, Walnut Wood Carving, Papier-Mâché, Carpets, Namda, Saffron, and more. Learn how to identify authentic handmade Kashmiri handicrafts and support local artisans.

9 Jul 2026 7 min read

Editorial TeamSaffron

Kashmir Saffron: The World's Finest Spice from the Valleys of Kashmir

Kashmir saffron is celebrated worldwide for its deep crimson threads, rich aroma, and exceptional flavor. Grown in the pristine fields of Pampore, this rare spice is hand-harvested with care and prized for its culinary, medicinal, and cultural significance.

1 Jul 2026 4 min read

Editorial TeamPashmina

Why the World is Falling in Love with Handmade Again: The Rise of Kashmir's GI-Tagged Treasures

As the world moves toward sustainable fashion and authentic craftsmanship, Kashmir’s GI-tagged treasures are gaining global attention. Discover why handmade luxury and traditional artisanship are becoming the future of conscious living.

27 Jun 2026 2 min read

Zainab LonePashmina

Why a Kashmir Pashmina shawl lasts a lifetime

A 12-micron fibre, hand-spun, hand-woven, hand-washed. Here is why a real Kashmir Pashmina outlasts every machine-made cashmere on the market.

10 Jun 2026 2 min read

Zainab LonePapier-Mâché

Meet the last naqashi families of downtown Srinagar

Kashmir papier-mâché is the oldest continuous lacquer art tradition in India. Three of the four neighbourhoods that practise it still exist — barely.

18 May 2026 2 min read