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Sudbury, Suffolk, United Kingdom
I am a textile artist living on the Suffolk Essex border. I am a member of the Out of the Fold Textile Group and East Anglian Stitched Textiles (EAST) I am the Principal Tutor for Creative Stitch which offers courses in Creative Patchwork and Quilting and Creative Stitch Textiles. I teach each year at the Knitting & Stitching Shows and Festival of Quilts. I also offer workshops and talks to groups throughout the UK in person and via zoom. I am also a member of the QGBI and the specialist Contemporary Quilt Group and STARS (formerly Suffolk West Embroiderers Guild)

Saturday, 21 March 2026

Textile Treasures of Rajasthan Holiday

 



I am really looking forward to leading this exciting trip to India with Aahilya Holidays

The Textile Treasures of Rajasthan has a great itinerary with a mix of architectural sites, hands on textile workshops, visits to bazaars and markets, and cultural experiences.




Aahilya organise everything so that the guests can relax and just enjoy it all.

Knowledgeable guides who specialise in textiles. With access to artisan makers and crafts people which would be impossible to find as an independent traveller.

Comfortable air-conditioned coaches with local drivers who get you from door to door



The food is delicious and Aahilya ensure that guests eat at 'safe' restaurants to keep everyone healthy

The hotels are carefully selected and are the highest standard. There is a choice of sharing a twin room or a solo option.







The tour includes lots of workshops learning traditional crafts. I am really looking forward to the puppet making workshop - what a great thing to bring home as a souvenir or your trip!


Rajasthan is famous for blockprinting and we will be taking part in a workshop using traditional pigments and hand carved blocks.


What will you do with your pieces of printed cloth back home? 












Each region of India has their own embroidery style. Stitch is a universal language and a passion shared across nations.



The colours of India are wonderful. In the clothing, the buildings, the artifacts, the spices, and just generally everywhere. It is joyful.

If you would like more information or to book onto the Treasures of Rajasthan holiday please visit  https://www.aahilyaholidays.com/tour/f05c/textile-treasures-of-rajasthan-with-mary-mcintosh-2026

It will be the experience of a lifetime. Please join me.