Category Archives: Indonesia Handicraft News

Times of India, India PANAJI: The Goa Handicrafts Rural and Small Scale Industries Development Corporation (GHRSSIDC) has decided to set up a crafts village at Dhargalim on an area of 15-20 acres.

Fibre2fashion.com, India More than 120 artisans will display their wares at a crafts festival to be held in Bangalore from January 2, 2009. Among the products on exhibit will be shawls and sarongs produced by the rural tribal artisans of … Continue reading →

Malaysia Star, Malaysia IN THESE modern times, every household and decorative items are designed to contemporary taste. However, one must not forget one’s heritage such as the traditional arts and crafts.

Fibre2fashion.com, India In order to promote the rich heritage of the handicraft industry among the city populace, the Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation recently held an exhibition cum trade fair of handicraft products at a city mall.

Fibre2fashion.com, India A one day workshop called ‘Sui Dhaga’, or ‘Needle & Thread’ when translated in to English, was organised in the capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad. It was attended by designers, experts, artisans and craft lovers. The workshop was … Continue reading →

www.readingeagle.com By Michelle E. Arevalo Reading Eagle correspondent In 2005, Virginville resident Mary E. Oswald took a momentous trip to England

Channel News Asia, Singapore NEW DELHI : A slump in global demand has slashed the business of Indian handicraft makers by half.

Hindu, India Shimla (PTI): In a bid to promote its art and handicraft in the international market, Himanchal Pradesh Government will participate in two global trade fairs in the UK and Canada next year.

Jakarta Globe, Indonesia The government plans to host hundreds of promotional events and trade shows in 2009, which it has dubbed the “Year of Creative Industries” in response to complaints that it isn’t doing enough to stop foreign producers from … Continue reading →

Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle By Andrea Waxman of The Chronicle staff Faythe Levine’s life is all about creativity. Though she doesn’t come off as a rebel, the 31-year-old Milwaukee artist, boutique/gallery owner and filmmaker has crafted her life according to her … Continue reading →