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Two community members learn the art of Eri-Weaves at 55 & 65 years

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Damica M Mawlong

‘Age is just a number’ is a common saying that we have all heard or have come across in today’s day and age. Fifty-five-year-old Wing Lamare and 65-year-old Elistra Lamare are two senior citizens of Madanrtiang community, Ri-Bhoi district who are popularly known to have devoted their entire lives to rearing silkworms from a very young age.
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Threading Narratives

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Nesfas

Article by: The Shillong Times By Willie Gordon Suting There has not been much research on textiles of Ri Bhoi district. Anna Louise Meynell sought to dig deep into this subject with the desire to promote and spread awareness. Her … Continue reading →

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Carol Cassidy has plans for indigenous weavers of Meghalaya..

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Nesfas

Meet Carol Cassidy Who is she? Carol Cassidy is an American who has been working in the field of weaving and textiles for over 25 years. She has studied textiles at the Bergen College of Applied and Fine Art in … Continue reading →

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