From Chitral’s Hindukush to the world, Lálgar Atelier turns heritage making into quiet activism—slow, intentional work that honours land, labour, and language, advances women’s dignity, and reimagines tradition for a climate-wise present—crafting pieces that carry story and identity across borders.

Decorative wall art with abstract botanical design and a red circle on a light gray floor, next to dark-colored chairs and a table.

What we make

Artist editions & one-of-one works (gallery/museum)

Small-batch collaborations (designers, cultural brands, museum shops)

Site-responsive installations (exhibitions, public programs)

Applied pieces (wearables, wall hangings, home objects)

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How we work (our 6-step process)

Listen – brief, context, values, impact goals

Co-design – mood, materials, sampling plan, draft costs & timelines

Sample – techniques tested; adjustments agreed together

Make – small teams with clear roles, fair pay, safe workflows

Finish – quality checks, labels, care cards, provenance sheet

Deliver & reflect – documentation, press assets, repair/aftercare

A person holding white wool fiber in their hands, spinning or inspecting it, with a blurred background of a rustic environment.

Materials & methods

  • Hand-woven woollen fabric (Shu) and regional wools; natural fibres and responsible blends

  • Needle and frame handwork, couching/goldwork, applique, felting, finishing

  • Minimal-waste cutting; repair-first design; recycled or locally sourced trims

  • Optional block-printed linings and artist prints in collaboration with partners

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Impact, not just objects

Every order strengthens women-led teams, revives endangered knowledge, and builds local capacity—from Field School training to village-based Maker Labs. Your commission helps keep craft economies ethical, contemporary, and alive.

A flat lay of decorative items on a dark surface. The items include black and white felt coasters, pink ceramic bowls, small vases, candles, faux leaves, wrapped gifts, and small fabric snakes.

Ready to collaborate?

Commission the Atelier - Request our lookbook - Partnerships & co-branding

Email: lalgarfoundation@gmail.com

Location: Chitral, Hindukush · Working globally