Weaving Meghalaya’s Heritage with Iba Mallai:The Story Behind Kiniho | Ep 213

The Mohua Show is a weekly podcast about everything from business, technology to art and lifestyle, But done and spoken ईमानदारी सेConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestIba Mallai: https://kiniho.com/Follow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/litlounge_pod?igsh=MWVpaXlkcWcxb2pkOQ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashowFor any other queries [email protected] Summary: In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Iba, the visionary founder of Kiniho, a sustainable fashion brand rooted in the heritage weaving traditions of Meghalaya. Iba shares how her passion for textiles and her love for nature led her to leave a corporate career in Bangalore to reconnect with her roots. She recounts the challenges of reviving the nearly dying art of Eri silk handweaving, working closely with her community, and navigating the world of sustainable fashion. Iba explains the significance of Eri silk, its eco-friendly process, and its cultural importance, while shedding light on the innovative ways Kiniho blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. We also explore the creation of the Cocoon Collection, a deeply personal project symbolizing comfort, belonging, and sustainability. Join us for a heartwarming conversation about resilience, heritage, and the transformative power of community-driven initiatives.Chapters:00:00 - Highlights01:43 - Introduction02:46 - Inspiration behind Kiniho06:25 - Meaning of Kiniho08:35 - Challenges in the Journey11:17 - Community Support12:40 - Integrating Tradition and Contemporary Designs16:08 -Sustainability and Heritage Preservation19:12 - EriSilk & Signature Collection: Cocoon29:59 - Development to NorthEast Community through Kiniho 24:47 - Inspiration Story Everyday27:22 - Closing RemarksDisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.TheMohuaShow #MohuaChinappa #Podcast #NorthEast #Art&Crafts #IbaMallai #KINIHO #EriSilk #LocalCommunity #SocialMedia #PodcastEpisode Thanks for Listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.