Embroidering a beautiful life
2001-02Gramshree started working in Ludiya village
Being one of the oldest centres established by Gramshree, Ludiya Center specialises in the handicraft it is renowned for.
The Kutchhi handcrafted masterpieces made by the artisan women of this area are widely known. Their skills of embroidery and weaving hold the potential of making these women financially independent.
With the skill development and awareness programmes of Gramshree, Ludiya stands as a rich village of culture and smiles.
All the finished products are the brainchild of the women’s own creativity, giving them a new, positive experience each day.
Handcrafted masterpieces that the artisan women of Ludiya are widely known for.
Alongside embroidery, a skill that can make the women financially independent.
Every finished product grows out of the women’s own creativity.
Ludiya is one of the oldest centres established by Gramshree. These milestones from our journey show where it began.
Smt. Anandiben Patel, who later became the first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat, founded Gramshree with social entrepreneur Smt. Anarben Patel.
Gramshree held its first exhibition at Sanskar Dham and started participating in other exhibitions.
Gramshree started working in Ludiya village and started a centre in Patan.
Gramshree introduced more exhibitions and home shows across the country.
Meet two artisans from our other centres, whose embroidery and patchwork now bring work and training to many more women.
View all storiesKaminiben joined Gramshree in 2005 as a trainee embroidery artisan. With persistent hard work and an excellent work ethic, she became the community leader giving employment to 150+ families at our Ranip Center.
Read her story: Kaminiben PanchalRamiben is among the founding artisans of Gramshree Patan Center. Her passion and love for the craft have made her the leader of its Patchwork department, where she trains women and conducts workshops.
Read her story: Ramiben MakwanaOur centres bring women together to learn, earn and create, keeping traditional textile arts alive for the next generation.
See all our workUpholding the culture of handcrafted wonder
Gramshree first brought 20 women together to learn Mashru weaving, a quaint blend of cotton and silk, keeping this textile alive.
Building an inspiring community, one stitch at a time
A space that enables women of Ahmedabad’s slum communities to be catalysts of economic and social change, bringing prosperity through patchwork.
When one woman is trained, the ripple effect reaches her children, her neighbours and the wider community. Sponsor our work or give your time.
