Threads of Community Blog
Blogs that weave together artisan stories, cultural heritage, sustainability, and customer connections, showing how each handmade piece ties people, tradition, and care into a shared global fabric.
Empowered by Hand: The Story of MarketPlace Garments
In a world dominated by fast fashion and mass production, we've chosen a different path--a path steeped in history, a...
Shivkumari: Embracing Change and Leadership at Prerna Cooperative
Shivkumari has been a part of the Nirmaan Collective for 12 years, often avoiding added responsibilities. However, wi...
Anita Sakpal: Balancing Family and Craft at Ekta Cooperative
Anita Sakpal, 40, is an embroidery artisan at the Ekta Cooperative in Thane. Despite her potential and inclination to...
Empowering Change
Who Are The MarketPlace India Artisans? Each woman creating our handmade clothing has her own unique story of overcom...
From Plant to Fabric: The Journey of Indigo
Indigo, once a symbol of luxury reserved for royalty and elites, has evolved into a widely used color in fashion and ...
Threads Of Empowerment
OUR JOURNEY WITH WOMEN'S CO-OPS The women-run artisan cooperatives that create the clothing in this catalog are qu...
Beyond Fashion
When you shop with MarketPlace India, the beautiful garment you receive is just the start. Your purchase helps bring ...
Empowerment in Action: My Inspiring Visit with the Artisans in India
I absolutely love my job! It's about operational development, operations, marketing, sales analysis, and catalog crea...