The creation of this authentic piece is a time-honored ritual preserved exclusively by the women of the Idu Mishmi community. Woven on a traditional backstrap loom—locally known as a tatkar—the artisan regulates the tension of the warp using only her body weight, creating an intimate physical connection with the fabric. Rather than relying on printed templates, the weaver uses a complex tapestry technique, inserting colorful weft yarns entirely by hand and mathematical memory to build the designs directly into the cloth’s structure. By supporting this GI-tagged craft, you are acquiring a remarkably durable accessory while directly empowering indigenous artisans and ensuring their ancient, mythological weaving legacy continues to thrive.