By: Pragya Jhunjhunwala Crocheting, though unclear in its origin, has become a distinguished craft and one of the more popular trends in recent times. In continuation of the series describing the significance of crocheting in each decade, this blog piece covers the...
By: Pragya Jhunjhunwala In the 60s, crochet blossomed even further. Alongside crocheted miniskirts, flared dresses, and the other swinging fashions of the age, there was also a huge trend for crocheted homeware. This included – pillowcases, doilies, coasters,...
By Pragya Jhunjhunwala May 29th, 2021 When the war ended in 1945, fashion took a complete turn by the 1950s. Clothing during the war reflected the priorities of men and women alike. Grim, dark (as the dye was expensive), and functional. In the 1950s, color and style...
By Pragya Jhunjhunwala May 29th 2021 The 1940s is a dark period in history. The decade was ridden with the horrors of war and its aftermath. The civilians suffered the most, unable to feed their families in a struggling economy. Buying new clothes that were thick...
May 29th, 2021 By Ananya Milak and Aishwarya Raviganesh The word crochet is derived from the Middle French word croc or croche, meaning hook. It describes the process of creating fabric from a length of cord, yarn, or thread with a hooked tool. Some theorize that...