Jamdani

Syeda Sadia Afrina’s effort to preserving Jamdani

Thread was born out of Syeda Sadia Afrina's passion for preserving the traditional art of Jamdani weaving.

Jamdani shows promise in high-end global market

A new export opportunity has opened up for Bangladesh as high-end apparel items made from local fabrics such as jamdani bring higher prices and offer an increased level of value-addition.

BGMEA moves to utilise Jamdani for wider global presence

It gives special training to 160 students, weavers, Jamdani makers

Ruby Ghaznavi no more

Ruby Ghaznavi, a pioneer of the handicrafts movement in Bangladesh, breathed her last in Dhaka on Saturday, 14 January 2023. Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. She was 88 years old.

The mysteries of muslin

Every culture has its own identity, sometimes through a craft or uniqueness that it is known for. In the late 18th century,

Jamdani: Its heritage and recognition in the world map

Jamdani is a fine muslin fabric originated in Bangladesh, not very new in the global map. The opulence of jamdani design not only makes it a technical marvel but also guarantees its omnipotence in the handloom industry, no machine could ever surpass its richness. The much appreciated and cherished art of Jamdani weaving of Bangladesh has been duly recognised by UNESCO as the intangible cultural heritage in 2013. It is at the same time a recognition for the weavers.

Mastering the Jamdani trade with Zaaya

Zaaya became quite popular after people watched REKKA starring the gorgeous actress Azmeri Haque Badhan. Her saris became a cult favourite after the airing of the web-series, early this year.

Badhon and the dazzling jamdanis in Rabindranath Ekhane Kokhono Khete Ashenni

I watched the web series for three main reasons — my undying affection for thrillers written by Bengali writers (this particular one also had a hint of supernatural thrown into it – talk about luck!). For the protagonists of the series, played by favourites (colossal fan of Azmeri Haque Badhon and Rahul Bose).

Why you should switch to Slow Fashion

In today’s consumerist culture inside a materialistic world, slow fashion can be the conduit towards a sustainable fashion industry.

December 19, 2023
December 19, 2023

Syeda Sadia Afrina’s effort to preserving Jamdani

Thread was born out of Syeda Sadia Afrina's passion for preserving the traditional art of Jamdani weaving.

June 22, 2023
June 22, 2023

Jamdani shows promise in high-end global market

A new export opportunity has opened up for Bangladesh as high-end apparel items made from local fabrics such as jamdani bring higher prices and offer an increased level of value-addition.

June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023

BGMEA moves to utilise Jamdani for wider global presence

It gives special training to 160 students, weavers, Jamdani makers

January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023

Ruby Ghaznavi no more

Ruby Ghaznavi, a pioneer of the handicrafts movement in Bangladesh, breathed her last in Dhaka on Saturday, 14 January 2023. Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. She was 88 years old.

December 25, 2022
December 25, 2022

The mysteries of muslin

Every culture has its own identity, sometimes through a craft or uniqueness that it is known for. In the late 18th century,

April 14, 2022
April 14, 2022

Jamdani: Its heritage and recognition in the world map

Jamdani is a fine muslin fabric originated in Bangladesh, not very new in the global map. The opulence of jamdani design not only makes it a technical marvel but also guarantees its omnipotence in the handloom industry, no machine could ever surpass its richness. The much appreciated and cherished art of Jamdani weaving of Bangladesh has been duly recognised by UNESCO as the intangible cultural heritage in 2013. It is at the same time a recognition for the weavers.

September 22, 2021
September 22, 2021

Mastering the Jamdani trade with Zaaya

Zaaya became quite popular after people watched REKKA starring the gorgeous actress Azmeri Haque Badhan. Her saris became a cult favourite after the airing of the web-series, early this year.

August 26, 2021
August 26, 2021

Badhon and the dazzling jamdanis in Rabindranath Ekhane Kokhono Khete Ashenni

I watched the web series for three main reasons — my undying affection for thrillers written by Bengali writers (this particular one also had a hint of supernatural thrown into it – talk about luck!). For the protagonists of the series, played by favourites (colossal fan of Azmeri Haque Badhon and Rahul Bose).

August 14, 2021
August 14, 2021

Why you should switch to Slow Fashion

In today’s consumerist culture inside a materialistic world, slow fashion can be the conduit towards a sustainable fashion industry.

August 18, 2017
August 18, 2017

After Jamdani and Hilsa…

In the last one year, two Bangladeshi products—Jamdani and Hilsa—received Geographical Indications (GI) from the Department of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (DPDT). The DPDT is currently working on analysing 24 more goods.

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