About Us
Welcome to Eriweave, where tradition meets innovation.
How it Started?
A Legacy Woven in Tradition
Nestled in the ancient village of Lapngar, sericulture has long been a time-honored tradition, primarily centered around the consumption of Eri silk worms. However, in the early 1970s, the enchanting art of Eri silk spinning and handloom weaving found its way to Lapngar, carried by the visionary Kristina Dris Lyngdoh Thaiang. As a dedicated artisan, Kristina nurtured the craft, inspiring a new generation of weavers. Among her students, Kong Prissila Rymbai emerged as a torchbearer, keeping the artistry alive.
The Birth of Eriweave
Decades later, the spark of innovation reignited through Kong Iaishah Rymbai, a passionate school teacher and skilled handloom weaver. In 2018, a delayed scarf order due to yarn scarcity led Kong Iaishah to a revelation—the knowledge of spinning and weaving in the region was limited. Determined to bridge this gap, she mobilized a team and collaborated with the Raid Lapngar Handloom Weaver Cooperative Society.
With the cooperative’s support, Eriweave was born—not just as a brand, but as a movement. It stands as a beacon of empowerment for women, a revival of sustainable clothing, and a commitment to breathing life into the age-old art of handlooms.
Hand Spun eri Silk Yarn is being produced by the Women of lapngar, Ri-Bhoi District,Meghalaya.
At Eriweave, every thread weaves a story of tradition, resilience, and sustainability. Join us in celebrating heritage while shaping the future of ethical fashion.
Eri silk dyeing uses lac, turmeric, leaves, and barks for an environmentally friendly process. Plant sources are carefully processed to extract pigments and create a dye bath. To enhance color fixation, ethically produced Eri silk is pretreated and optionally mordanted.
The dye solution is carefully heated to extract vibrant colors, then strained to ensure a smooth liquid dye. The fabric is immersed and rinsed for even coverage before air drying. Water conservation, the use of natural components, and waste management contribute to the ethical and ecological production of Eri silk fabrics.
Traditional designs and weaving methods are preserved in the fabric created by our skilled women weavers from rural areas. The intricate patterns, varied motifs, and vibrant color combinations of Eriweave stand as a testament to their creativity and rich cultural heritage.
This deliberate effort to preserve and promote traditional weaving processes enhances both fabric aesthetics and community identity. By connecting generations, Eriweave influences societal ideas, empowers women, and showcases indigenous craftsmanship.
Our Mission & Vision
Mission
Revitalize Eri silk with a passion for handloom artistry, elevating community pride and preserving timeless traditions. Our mission is to blend heritage with innovation, creating beautiful, sustainable textiles that honor our craft and empower local artisans. To protect our culture and generations-old craftsmanship, we will pass this legacy on to future generations.
Vision
We envision a future where Eri silk thrives, creating sustainable livelihoods and celebrating rich cultural heritage. By nurturing artisanal skills, we aim to weave a tapestry of prosperity and tradition for generations to come. Every artisan deserves a good livelihoods.
Our Team
Iaishah Rymbai
Founder of EriWeave
Lebaini Rymbai
Co-Founder of EriWeave