Interview with KHT on spinning and Shu Making in Royee in Garam Chashma

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Authors: Feroza Gulzar
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Abstract

Part 3 of this interview with KHT, recorded in Royee village, Garam Chashma, offers a deeply personal and technically rich account of traditional Shu making, with a focus on the art of spinning. Blending hands-on knowledge with lived memory, KHT shares the precise methods used in selecting and spinning wool, preparing the warp and weft, and weaving the cloth. This oral testimony captures both technical expertise and embodied memory, making it a vital contribution to the preservation of Chitrali Shu.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crafts Textile and Design Fashion and Cultural Textiles Cultural Heritage Management and Preservation

Publication details

Journal / source
The British Museum
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN