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MeMeraki Connects 500 Indian Artisans to Global Markets
Acts of Kindness1h ago

MeMeraki Connects 500 Indian Artisans to Global Markets

A tech platform is transforming lives for traditional Indian artists by bringing centuries-old crafts to customers worldwide. MeMeraki now works with over 500 master artisans across 300+ art forms, turning cultural heritage into sustainable income.

YourStory India2 min read
Indian Artisans Embroider for Dior, Valentino, Versace
VideosMay 8

Indian Artisans Embroider for Dior, Valentino, Versace

When you see intricate embroidery on luxury fashion from Dior or Versace, there's a good chance it was handcrafted by Indian artisans. One company is preserving centuries-old techniques while empowering thousands of women.

The Better India2 min read
Indian Artisans Craft Costumes for Beauty and the Beast
Acts of KindnessMay 8

Indian Artisans Craft Costumes for Beauty and the Beast

Master embroiderers in Bhuj and Jaipur are stitching the magic behind Hollywood's most iconic costumes, from Belle's yellow gown to Aladdin's golden spectacle. Their centuries-old techniques are quietly shaping cinema's biggest moments.

The Better India3 min read
Bengaluru Sisters Help 5,000 Artisans Build Handmade Brands
Acts of KindnessApr 26

Bengaluru Sisters Help 5,000 Artisans Build Handmade Brands

A Bengaluru collective founded by sisters Mala and Sonia Dhawan is transforming how Indian artisans sell their handmade crafts, helping them escape middlemen and build their own brands. Their latest membership program teaches business skills to crafters whose work generated over Rs 3 crore in sales at a single festival.

YourStory India3 min read
Indian Artisans Blend Ancient Weaving with Modern Design
SolutionsMar 21

Indian Artisans Blend Ancient Weaving with Modern Design

In Bareilly, India, bamboo artisans are transforming centuries-old weaving techniques into sleek furniture for contemporary homes and hotels worldwide. What started as a four-person workshop now employs 30 craftspeople and exports to Australia.

YourStory India2 min read
Saharanpur's 300-Year Wood Carving Craft Thrives Today
SolutionsFeb 27

Saharanpur's 300-Year Wood Carving Craft Thrives Today

In Saharanpur, India, master artisans like Mohammad Kafeel are keeping centuries-old wood carving traditions alive while building thriving modern businesses. Government support through the One District One Product initiative is helping these craftspeople reach new markets across the country.

YourStory India2 min read
Hamirpur Artisans Keep 100-Year-Old Shoe Craft Alive
Acts of KindnessFeb 23

Hamirpur Artisans Keep 100-Year-Old Shoe Craft Alive

In a small Uttar Pradesh town, craftsmen like Shyam Babu are preserving a century-old tradition of handmade leather shoes that can be worn on either foot. Their Nagra jutis tell a story of cultural identity stitched into every pair.

YourStory India3 min read
Sisters Help 60,000 Indian Artisans Build Sustainable Careers
SolutionsFeb 14

Sisters Help 60,000 Indian Artisans Build Sustainable Careers

Two sisters in Bengaluru created a platform that connects traditional craftspeople directly with buyers, taking zero commission. Their movement now reaches 300 artisan groups across India and has doubled incomes for thousands.

YourStory India3 min read
Varanasi's 'Pink Art' Masters Keep Ancient Craft Alive
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

Varanasi's 'Pink Art' Masters Keep Ancient Craft Alive

In Varanasi, master artisans are preserving gulabi meenakari, a centuries-old pink enamel craft that transforms gold and silver into luminous works of art. Each piece passes through multiple skilled hands and takes days to complete, sustaining a unique artistic tradition.

YourStory India2 min read
Rural Indian Artisans Take First Flights to Sell Their Crafts
Acts of KindnessFeb 7

Rural Indian Artisans Take First Flights to Sell Their Crafts

A zero-commission craft exhibition is transforming rural Indian artisans into entrepreneurs, with many catching their first flights to showcase their work in major cities. Project Tarasha helps craftpreneurs earn directly while preserving their cultural heritage.

YourStory India2 min read