At Nomads, we love the unique quality that each metre of handloom fabric possesses, and we celebrate this original material that could never be replicated by a machine, creating our own exclusive textural patterned fabrics in beautifully coloured cotton threads. And, because the manual loom is not electrically-driven, it allows artisans who do not have access to electricity the ability to weave fabrics, while also being more environmentally friendly.

Handloom is a skilled process that’s steeped in cultural history, and an essential part of both the Indian economy and rich heritage. But this ancient artisan technique is in danger of dying out in favour of mechanical methods and cheap labour.

The level of artistry and intricacy achieved in handloom fabric is unparalleled. Crafting this fabric takes time, patience, and a unique set of skills, which is where our talented artisan partners really shine. The handloom process begins with yarn being hand-dyed before it’s carefully woven on a handloom which is operated solely by a skilled artisan. The unique nature of the hand-woven process means that no two lengths are ever the same.