Chhaya Mehrotra Blog

Explore our latest fashion insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and updates on collections and events.

Apr 15 2025

Traditional Portuguese Embroidery: Discover the Beauty and Tradition of Portuguese Needlework

Footwear in modern Portuguese costumes ranges from fashionable sneakers to elegant leather shoes, combining style with comfort for various occasions.

Apr 18 2025

Discover the Beauty of Traditional Swedish Embroidery: A Guide to Techniques, Patterns, and History

There is a paragraph of General Directions for Swedish Embroidery, but using the links above to the previous posts will give you a more detailed How-To.

May 2 2025

Traditional Embroidery Designs: Timeless Beauty and Exquisite Craftsmanship

Motifs used are birds like parrots, peacocks, kingfishers, and leaves and fruits like apple blossoms, plums, cherries, grapes, and flowers like a lotus.

May 4 2025

Traditional Greek Embroidery: A Journey Through Rich History and Intricate Techniques

Victorian fashion trends such as corsets, bustles, and hoop skirts made their way into Greek society, blending seamlessly with traditional Greek designs.

May 6 2025

Embroidered Stories: Exploring the Traditions of Filipino Embroidery

The Barong Tagalog and Terno stand as powerful symbols of Filipino culture, embodying the nation s rich history, artistic traditions, and evolving identity.

May 8 2025

Navajo Weaving: A Journey into the Traditional Techniques and Cultural Significance of Navajo Weaving

Navajo textiles are sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide, reflecting the global appreciation for the tribe s unique artistic heritage.

May 9 2025

Explore the Rich History and Techniques of Traditional Chikankari Embroidery

Apart from clothes like Sarees, Kurtas, Dupattas, Tops, Lehengas, Dress Materials, Salwars, Skirts, etc; Chikankari is now also available in products like sofa and cushion covers, bed sheets, dining covers, bags, etc, and a never ending list goes on.

May 27 2025

Discover the Beauty and Tradition of Bulgarian Embroidery

The less concrete information I get, the more I feel intrigued about the meaning of the symbols, some of them start to repeat, the Tree of Life, the Mother Goddess, the Swastica and others.

Jun 25 2025

Palestinian Embroidery: Preserving Cultural Heritage Through Needlework

The following is a brief historical overview that provides insights into Palestinian tatreez before and after the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948.

Jun 25 2025

Discover the Beauty of Traditional English Embroidery: History, Techniques, and Stunning Examples

With embroidery being one of the most ancient arts in history, it s not really surprising that every culture, country, and even region, has developed their own types and techniques.