Felt is a unique textile produced by matting, condensing, and pressing fibers together. The surprising fact of this textile is that it is handmade. Nepalese felt textile separates from the rest of the world with the material used for making felt. In Nepal, felt is...
The relationship between Nepalese and Hemp dates centuries back. Nepalese have been using hemp fiber derived from the Cannabis plant since ancient times. These are naturally grown plant that grows up to the height of 20 ft, making it environmentally and...
Hand-knotted carpet is the specialty of Nepal. These rugs are a rendition of elegance. Hand-knotted carpets have a touch of sacredness to it because each rug is made by a skilled weaver who spends months tying every single knot to form beautiful patterns. This...
Art of cultural and religious value, the Thangka is a Tibetan painting that depicts the wheel of life, Mandala, or Life of Buddha. Devoid of any negative emotions, this piece of art is painted and displayed in Monasteries, Temples, and Homes. Artists devote long...
Prayer flags are mystical, rectangular-shaped colorful flags. The bringer of peace, power, positivity, and wisdom- Prayer flag symbolizes Buddhism and is admired by Buddhists around the globe. The tradition of prayer flags can be dated back to 2000 years. Widely...
This piece of craftsmanship symbolizes Buddhism being the essence for the seeker of peace and spiritual prosperity. Playing by resting the bowls on the flat hand and rotating the mallet around the outside rim of the bowl creates hum that is used to invoke a state...
Khukuri is a middle length curved knife owned by the Gurkhas during the Anglo-Nepal war. Made in the hilly region of Nepal, mainly ‘Bhojpur,’ this knife goes through the arduous process of heating, cutting, forging, shaping, sharpening, and polishing. Khukuri is a...
Cashmere is a high-end luxurious fabric originating from Chyangra/ Cashmere Goat found exclusively in Himalayan areas. Cashmere wool is soft, delicate, and lush, a treasure for the designers worldwide. In Nepal, the wool making goes through an intricate process to...
