When my American friend, Sarah, visited India for the first time, she was enchanted by the vibrant colors, the chaotic yet mesmerizing streets, and, most of all, the exquisite fabrics draping the people she saw. One evening, over a steaming cup of masala chai on our veranda, she asked, “Tell me about Indian textiles. I’ve never seen anything like this before.” And so, our journey through India’s handloom heritage began.