Welcome to my Textile world of
creativity and colour
Check out my workshops and events, visit my online shop with all my hand dyed textiles, Indian blocks, Mellymade originals and much more.
Look at the Gallery for new Mellymade Designs which I hope will inspire you.
Join me for
The 10th Birthday Bash
Saturday 1st November
11am - 3pm
Myself and Mellymade Designs have both celebrated big birthdays this year
and to celebrate, we’re inviting you to Mellymade Designs HQ for
new products, destash and lots of cake
Sit Sew and Create!
Travel with Aahilya Holidays and Melly
on a holiday of a lifetime
Craft & Cultural tour of Kerala with Alexandra Waylett & Melanie Missin 2026
On our Kerala craft, textile, and culture tour, one can explore the state's rich cultural heritage, which is reflected in its architecture, dance forms, music, and cuisine. Some of the must-visit places in Kerala include Fort Kochi, known for its colonial architecture and vibrant art scene, and the hill station of Munnar, which is famous for its tea plantations and scenic beauty. In addition to crafts, Kerala is also known for its traditional textiles, such as the famous Kasavu sarees and mundus, which are made from cotton and feature intricate gold borders. Other textiles such as Kalamkari, a form of hand-painted cotton or silk fabric. A Kerala craft, textile, and culture tour typically involves exploring the state's various cities, towns, and villages to learn about its unique art forms, crafts, and textiles.
Come and join this amazing journey with our expert guides.
Highlights of the tour
• 1 Natural dyeing workshop
• 1 Shibori workshop
• 1 Batik workshop
• 1 Block printing workshop
• Visit Kathakali dance performance
• Explore the fort Cochin
• Visit to tea gardens and tea factory
• Visit khadi weaving centre
• Visit to traditional Kerala saree weaving centre
• Experience the boat cruise at the Alleppey backwaters.
• Visit local villages, see paddy fields, local life, coconut and banana trees etc
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