Shuttle vs. Projectile Looms - What's the Difference?

Textile designer and social entrepreneur Bappaditya Biswas reimagines traditional Jamdani weaving for contemporary expression. By expanding the concept of the extra yarn (beyond thread) to include various materials, Biswas creates innovative garments finished entirely on the loom. This piece represents a search for identity—both for the designer and the weavers collaborating with him. Bengal's traditional cut shuttle technique (Garad) mixed with modern design sensibilities manifests into this Ro