Through the Eye of a Needle:
Stories from an Indian Desert
96 pages full colour, 8.5 x 8.5", softcover
$24.95 cdn

Presenting the most extensive collection of contemporary embroidery from the Kutch region of Northwestern India.

A collaboration between the Kutch Mahila Vikas Sangathan (KMVS) co-operative and Maiwa Handprints, this book documents and expands on the first international exhibition of the co-operative's work. Complete with a survey of popular motifs, descriptions of the five tribal communities featured in the exhibition, and intimate portraits of the women, their work, and life in the harsh and unforgiving desert landscape.

A Quiet Manifesto
for the Preservation of Craft
40 pages full colour, softcover booklet
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The 40 page full colour booklet is a collection of writing and images that details the craftspeople Maiwa is in partnership with, their practices and Maiwa's approach to business. All proceeds from the sale of this book will be made available to the craftspeople in the form of grants (between $300 - $1800 Can.) to realize educational and workplace improvement initiatives.