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Hand-beaded CHAÏA Pink Pearl skirt — beaded versus crochet craft traditions

Beaded vs. Crochet: Understanding Our Two Craft...

Chaya Mobasser

Chaïa draws from two distinct artisan traditions: hand-crochet from Brazil and Adda beading from India. Here’s what makes each craft unique and how they complement each other in our collections.Hand-Crochet:...

Beaded vs. Crochet: Understanding Our Two Craft...

Chaya Mobasser

Chaïa draws from two distinct artisan traditions: hand-crochet from Brazil and Adda beading from India. Here’s what makes each craft unique and how they complement each other in our collections.Hand-Crochet:...

Hand-crocheted CHAÏA Ivory set — one-size-fits-most resort wear

Why One-Size-Fits-Most Actually Works for Resor...

Chaya Mobasser

One-size can feel like a red flag in fashion. But for hand-crochet and beaded resort wear, it’s actually the most practical and flattering approach. Here’s why.How Crochet Naturally AdaptsHand-crochet fabric...

Why One-Size-Fits-Most Actually Works for Resor...

Chaya Mobasser

One-size can feel like a red flag in fashion. But for hand-crochet and beaded resort wear, it’s actually the most practical and flattering approach. Here’s why.How Crochet Naturally AdaptsHand-crochet fabric...

Hand-crocheted CHAÏA Bahia dress — artisan summer wedding guest outfit

Summer Wedding Guest Outfits: Artisan Pieces Th...

Chaya Mobasser

Beach weddings, garden parties, destination celebrations — summer wedding season calls for outfits that are elegant, unique, and photograph well. Here’s how to be the best-dressed guest with artisan pieces.The...

Summer Wedding Guest Outfits: Artisan Pieces Th...

Chaya Mobasser

Beach weddings, garden parties, destination celebrations — summer wedding season calls for outfits that are elegant, unique, and photograph well. Here’s how to be the best-dressed guest with artisan pieces.The...

Hand-crocheted CHAÏA Starfish dress — caring for handmade resort wear

Caring for Your Handmade Pieces: A Complete Guide

Chaya Mobasser

Your Chaïa piece was made by hand over several days. With the right care, it will last for years. Here’s everything you need to know about maintaining your crochet and...

Caring for Your Handmade Pieces: A Complete Guide

Chaya Mobasser

Your Chaïa piece was made by hand over several days. With the right care, it will last for years. Here’s everything you need to know about maintaining your crochet and...

Hand-beaded CHAÏA Bali Bag from India — beaded clutch journey from artisan to closet

From India to Your Closet: The Journey of a Bea...

Chaya Mobasser

Every Chaïa bag travels thousands of miles before it reaches you. Here’s the journey from artisan workshop to your wardrobe.Step 1: DesignEach bag design starts in Los Angeles, where Chaïa...

From India to Your Closet: The Journey of a Bea...

Chaya Mobasser

Every Chaïa bag travels thousands of miles before it reaches you. Here’s the journey from artisan workshop to your wardrobe.Step 1: DesignEach bag design starts in Los Angeles, where Chaïa...

Hand-beaded CHAÏA Copacabana bag — what is Adda embroidery beading from India

What Is Adda Embroidery? The Ancient Indian Bea...

Chaya Mobasser

When you hold a Chaïa bag, you’re holding centuries of tradition in your hands. Every stitch, every bead, every pattern carries the story of Adda embroidery — an ancient beading...

What Is Adda Embroidery? The Ancient Indian Bea...

Chaya Mobasser

When you hold a Chaïa bag, you’re holding centuries of tradition in your hands. Every stitch, every bead, every pattern carries the story of Adda embroidery — an ancient beading...