India Handmade Collective to host an exhibition of naturally dyed khadi and handlooms in Hyderabad

Handwoven and handspun khadi garments as well as naturally dyed fabrics will be in the spotlight at an exhibition in Hyderabad, from August 10 to 12. Hosted by the India Handmade Collective (IHMC) as part of its S.A.L.T Stories (Sustain Alternate Live and Transform) initiative, for the second consecutive year, the exhibition held in association with the Crafts Council of Telangana will also conduct a hands-on workshop on natural dyes and screen documentaries on ethical, slow fashion.

The IHMC was founded in November 2020 to support the livelihoods of handspinners and weavers affected by the lockdown. It grew into a movement that supported the use of natural dyes and ethical, sustainable clothing. S.A.L.T emerged as an initiative through which the IHMC gave a platform for artisans to sell their finished products online (indiahandmadecollective.com) as well as conduct physical exhibitions in different cities post lockdowns. The artisans get to exhibit their collections and interact with customers directly in these exhibitions.

What to expect

Exhibition: Handwoven and handspun naturally dyed garments, saris, yardage and accessories. From August 10 to 12; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at CCT Spaces, Road no..12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad.

Hands-on natural dye workshop: August 10; 2.30 to 4.30 p.m. Register on 7305127412 via Whatsapp. 

Movie screening: The True Cost. August 11; 3 to 4.30 p.m.

Movie screening: Slowing Down Fast Fashion. August 12; 3 to 4.30 p.m.