PUSHKAR

Our first class train trip wasn’t quite like the Darjeeling Limited, but then Wes Andersen has a flair for the dramatics. Pop culture reference aside, the train was a great glimpse into Delhi’s country side. 

No sooner were we 10 minutes outside Delhi, it was apparent that the poverty was much more concentrated on the outskirts. I think we had been sheltered living in a nice part of the city, and not really experiencing how a large majority of Delhites live. 

We were greeted by a friendly face, Fiona Wright on the platform in Rajasthan. 

Fiona Wright’s workshop. The HQ for The Stitching Project - her business with her husband Praveen. Fiona’s set up here is amazing. She is boosting the local economy, and creating employment. Her home and workshop have a great sense of community. What stood out to me is that Fiona knows exactly where her fabric comes from and who manufactures it. She works closely with her mill and knows exactly how it is made; she has full transparency. 

Fiona had some great pieces at her house. She asked for us to comment on what is in trend right now. She finds it difficult to stay current as she only travels to Australia twice a year. 

She had a great jumper/ hoodie that was block printed with a design based off her son’s artwork. It had great market potential to sell in Australia. 

To sum up, we were spoiled in Pushkar. Fantastic food, great entertainment and a casual camel ride. 

bovine contentment

with Fiona at her workshop