--- title: "Meet the Artisans: Stories Behind Our Handmade Craft | Rangsutra" description: "Discover the inspiring stories of our women-led artisan collective. Explore handmade, sustainable Indian crafts made with ethical wages and tradition." canonical: https://mytribe.in/rangsutracrafts/handcrafted-gifts-accessories/our-artisan-collective last_updated: 2025-09-17 --- # Our Artisan Collective: The Faces Behind the Craft Tribe Verified · Owned by over 2,000 Indian artisans. By [Rangsutra Crafts](https://mytribe.in/rangsutracrafts) · Ships across India; Visit stores in New Delhi and Bikaner · ₹240 per piece (estimate) Part of [Handcrafted Gifts & Accessories](https://mytribe.in/rangsutracrafts/handcrafted-gifts-accessories). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/rangsutracrafts/handcrafted-gifts-accessories/gallery) We are a community of over 2,000 artisans across India. Each piece you wear carries the story, resilience, and skill of the women who crafted it by hand. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Meet Dhia Bai, an artisan shareholder who has been with us for 15 years. She learned embroidery from her mother, who learned from hers. For her, Rangsutra provides consistent work, allowing her to earn with dignity in her own village.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34a0417a-226e-4a1e-bddb-b90ed3b8f8bd) - [Video: This is Priyanka, a cluster manager and artisan. From morning chores to managing a center of over 40 women, she is leading with the confidence and skill passed down by her grandmother and mother.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abe4506b-1e96-48e5-bad7-32243258ad9f) - [Video: Women are the backbone of Rangsutra. They are artisans, leaders, creators, and dreamers. This is a celebration of their voices, their journeys, and what it means to be a woman at Rangsutra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e39e41f6-082b-4f94-ab2c-1f0ee8373a3b) - ![Happy Women's Day from our community of artisans. Here, women gather at one of our centers, sharing stories and skills as they work, creating a powerful network of support and empowerment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5350791d-5661-4629-a1f3-07f8346962c4) - ![The women of Rangsutra. This photo captures some of our team members and artisans, representing the collective strength and spirit that drives our work forward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/167ded58-4a41-472d-b455-60b2ceabfee9) - ![A moment of joy and camaraderie at one of our artisan centers. We celebrate the women who uplift each other while creating lasting impact through their craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e80e0323-b075-463b-9f39-9023f0e1ef92) - ![Babita found her voice by uplifting and inspiring those around her. She represents the power of opportunity and perseverance, having grown from a craft specialist to a leader in our organization.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/314a99df-0edd-4909-8d35-f2d5a87a59f6) - ![Babita's journey began as a craft specialist, where she worked closely with artisans on the ground. Her dedication and leadership have been instrumental in our growth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9bd68ca5-88ec-4863-8d5b-5b7de04e15b7) - ![Here is Babita with a group of artisans, sharing her knowledge and passion. These interactions are at the heart of our community-based model.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5957f31-6cdd-4fef-bb98-7f2592df6604) - ![Babita demonstrating a technique at a sewing machine. She represents the power of opportunity and perseverance, inspiring others on her way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a4eb8f8-e77a-4dfb-a282-357deb8572eb) - ![Ritu Gupta, one of our artisans, says "Rangsutra has taken us from our doorstep to the world!" Her words reflect the pride and opportunity our collective provides.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dfd6ba5a-9e7c-4049-ac54-bf9dea05d1e9) - !["We create with our hard work, and Rangsutra gives us recognition," says Malti, another one of our talented artisans, with a proud smile.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abc74389-c935-45f1-bcd4-1993f997d9d6) - ![Rekha, an artisan, shares, "We have built a life with a needle and thread, now we make our own decisions." This is the empowerment that craft provides.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b04733d8-96d6-437b-a230-30da1377d20f) - !["Rangsutra has given us a skill, now we are self-reliant," says Riya, a young artisan who is part of the next generation carrying our craft forward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69436dc6-48ff-4207-afc4-bbc60b767d2f) - ![Heena, another young member of our collective, says, "Standing on our own feet, we are making our dreams come true." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd78ba70-323c-4348-b88a-4af022c1fdd3) - ![Meet Swati, our Admin and Compliance Manager. She says, "For me, Rangsutra is not just a job, but a journey. I have grown from an ordinary woman to a compliance manager." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6597e4b-0417-4800-b01d-ac15c2e194de) - ![Veena, who leads our B2B operations, says, "Being a woman at Rangsutra means turning heritage into empowerment, where every thread woven is a step toward independence, dignity, and change." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78ca489e-61ba-4cd8-b503-25c75a2964fa) - ![Milee, a consultant for sustainability and impact, says, "Working at Rangsutra means being able to witness and play a role in the empowerment of artisans, especially women." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/56d82d4b-ee08-4f3a-9b21-d962d4c156b4) - ![Rajkumari, who leads our Craft for Change vertical, shares, "Rangsutra gave me the opportunity to grow and the freedom to dream and achieve." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83ba2e86-0f14-4b30-a82c-9a34534203a0) - [Video: Savitri, from our tailoring unit, proudly states, "In my house, I am considered equally responsible for earning for my family. That makes me feel proud." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2732d784-3045-4a89-9cef-0a65813eee5f) - [Video: "When I come to work here, I feel happy and content. I truly enjoy what I do," says Manjura, who works in our tailoring unit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb43f203-3afc-4505-a977-c89dd3608dc5) - ![Anna Ram, a weaver from Barmer, took up Pattu weaving at 13 to support his family. Today, he works at our Malani Weaving Center, finding stability and fulfillment in his craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d8a6cb6-9a02-4918-a0b5-d222352e6281) - ![Jagdish, from our Rajasar cluster, started as a bobbin helper and has now mastered weaving. His journey is inspiring other young men in his village to join the weaving cluster.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4fcaf923-0dd7-45ee-afe8-6af2f0a52bc5) - ![Sanita, a 20-year-old weaver, joined our training program to support her family. With her earnings, she helps with her siblings' education and even bought her mother a sewing machine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/80f2841a-4a17-466c-a6e6-ad0f6219021f) - ![Dariya and Priyanka are two of our most courageous young craft managers. They partnered with the local Panchayat to renovate a space and build a new craft center, creating more opportunities for their community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71b1f338-43ef-4974-9537-c760fa0bd271) - ![Lessons from the loom. This Teacher's Day, we celebrate our artisans, who teach us every day about patience, resilience, creativity, and the importance of community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f78e5e2e-0622-4f2a-b736-25ffdeba625c) - ![The value of community. Our artisans have taught us that working together is the foundation of every masterpiece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf4d02fe-fefa-4ac5-b81c-c8e4ad93857a) - ![Patience in precision. Our artisans have shown us that true beauty lies in the details, crafted one stitch at a time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50e69af9-7459-462a-8348-fa7be8898ec7) - ![Passing down traditions. Teaching and learning through generations is the essence of what keeps our craft alive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ca3b42b8-fda9-4834-aaf3-ba2b16dc36b5) - ![Resilience and adaptability. In every challenge, our artisans have shown how creativity can blossom in adversity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7094f3bc-b354-432f-8688-7ff5cd8c548b) - ![Moms shaping tomorrow. As they pass down skills to the next generation, they sow seeds of creativity and resilience. Here's to children growing up in the embrace of craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09dba2d2-0392-4251-be4d-ba271fcbca5f) - ![Crafts and traditions are the colors that enrich the soul of India. On Republic Day, we celebrate the artisans who quietly and lovingly keep India’s traditions alive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c032a9d3-88f2-4794-94f2-e5b2b1d44cb5) - ![Ritu, our head designer, at home. She creates with the intention she lives by: to make clothes that feel like home, with the quiet strength of Indian embroidery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb318724-4598-4edc-a4a2-21cfb63e4366) - [Video: Monika, an architect, shares why she chooses conscious fashion. "Looking good is not about the trend. It’s about feeling good and knowing your choice contributed to something meaningful." ](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96c05c0a-508a-4884-9782-f592155a24bd) - ![What we wear says who we are. It is a reflection of our values and the change we wish to see. Our #WhyIChooseConsciously campaign listens to the women who choose craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fdc691ea-a14a-4569-964d-f7fb5c92b2e6) - ![Our founder, Sumita Ghose, was a speaker at TEDxIIMKashipur, sharing her journey of building a social enterprise dedicated to empowering artisans and creating sustainable change in rural India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e90bb02b-dcf7-455c-a4f1-d310143ae05b) - ![Happy Women's Day from our tailoring unit, where women work together, transforming fabric into beautiful garments and building a supportive community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c98f66a-7e18-4efe-bd09-2f00c39ff4ce) ## About Our Artisan Collective Every item here represents a shift from mass production to human connection. When you look at these portraits, you see the actual hands that weave, dye, and stitch our fabrics in village centers. These are the women who own the brand they work for, ensuring their heritage survives through fair trade and dignified livelihoods. We do not rely on assembly lines. Our process begins with skill passed from mothers to daughters, preserved in techniques like Soof counting stitch and Pakka embroidery. By owning our brand, we ensure that every rupee you spend goes directly to the people who did the work, not a middleman. This is what we mean by honest pricing. It allows women in far-flung villages to remain in their homes, working with their community rather than migrating for labor. When you support this collective, you are participating in a cycle of fair wages and zero-waste production. Whether it is hand-woven cotton or repurposed surplus fabric, our commitment is to longevity. We want you to wear clothes that possess a history, knowing that your choice directly supports a future where artisan craft is valued. ## About Rangsutra Crafts We are a collective of women from villages across India, not a standard factory. We own our work, our stories, and our future, creating handcrafted textiles that prioritize people over machines. 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