beadwork

Beadwork in India carries with it a quiet, glimmering legacy that stretches back over 5,000 years. From the Indus Valley to today’s ateliers, beads have long held space in our stories—adorning garments, amulets, ceremonial objects, and royal décor with meaning and beauty.

Over generations, this delicate craft has flourished in the skilled hands of artisans across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and parts of Uttar Pradesh—many from nomadic and tribal communities who stitch each bead with patience, memory, and care. Their patterns echo folklore, nature, and devotion—each piece a tapestry of heritage brought to life through time.

From bridal veils to temple panels and regal attire, beadwork has always been more than ornament—it’s identity, intricacy, and inheritance.

Pusaaka reinvented the beadwork craft of Gujarat for a contemporary audience.