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The Dancing Looms Story

What happens when you buy or gift a Dancing Looms Saree? Dancing Looms is a social enterprise driven by a compelling cause. It collaborates with an NGO that works with local communities to actively support and rehabilitate artisans and their families. Many of the artisans covered by Dancing Looms are people who come from difficult pasts but find a new calling here. Every purchase made goes into supporting them directly through food, education and rehabilitation. A sustained livelihood gives them respectability, and to the next generation, a stable peaceful environment to grow up in. When people buy from Dancing Looms , they not only get amazing, authentic traditional weaves at a reasonable price but also support weavers’ livelihood in a unique way. We are not just any looms-to-doorstep initiative, though that's precisely what we do. More importantly, we transform lives. The proceeds from every purchase are used directly in supporting the weavers' community, as mentioned abov...

The Perfect Choice for a Wedding: Assam Kesapat Saree

The Assam Kesapat Saree is a beautiful and timeless garment that is an important part of Assamese culture and tradition. It reflects the history, artistry, and ingenuity of the people of Assam and is a source of pride and identity for women in the state. It is an elegant and graceful garment that flatters the female form and is suitable for women of all ages and sizes. It is also a way for Assamese women to express their individuality and sense of style.   Historically, the Kesapat Saree was woven in either Mulberry or Muga silk and was adorned with intricate tribal motifs and patterns, reflecting the skill and artistry of Assamese weavers. Today it is versatile and can be worn in a casual, everyday setting or dressed up for a formal events. As in the story above, it is remains a popular choice for wedding celebrations. Dancing Looms brings you Assam Kesapat sarees in Mulberry Silk as well as Muga Silk with woven tribal motifs. As in the picture below, the Assam Kesapat saree (in...