The handloom weaving industry operates as a cottage textile industry in the country with a longstanding heritage, especially in the rural sphere. As an industry, handloom provides livelihoods for many households across the country, with women being chiefly engaged in the sector. Dr. Sumith GopuraAs a craft, handloom is increasingly being used to explore and solve contemporary issues with the environment and consumption. The Dreams of Weaving project speaks about the socio-emotional side of weaving communities and the artisan who criss-cross their dreams with yarn. Through many interviews with handloom artisans, a shape began to form, one of the nostalgic and sentimental conversations which opened up new ways of thinking and meaning to handloom apparel.

Source: The Nation February 17, 2021 22:07 UTC