Hema Devi
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- Shwet Heritage SHG network, Lucknow
Hema Devi is an older artisan from Chowk, Lucknow, who first learned Chikankari from her mother-in-law in her early married years.
Hema Devi is an older artisan from Chowk, Lucknow, who first learned Chikankari from her mother-in-law in her early married years. She still stitches by the light of her kitchen window, working between cooking, cleaning, and caring for the family. Today this craft quietly supports her own needs—medicines, daily expenses, and a sense of independence. When you choose a piece finished by her, your purchase directly strengthens the dignity and security she continues to build for herself.
