mellow matters

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Welcome to mellow matters, by all mellow co. Each episode, we meet inspiring individuals crafting a mellow life. From artisans and creators to entrepreneurs, we explore the philosophies, daily practices, and pivotal moments in their journeys toward more ethical, meaningful, and balanced lives. Whether you’re curious about sustainable living, ethical craftsmanship, mindful entrepreneurship, or simply finding a gentler way to move through life. Settle in, follow us, and discover how we are crafting kinder, calmer, and more connected lives; one mellow conversation at a time.

  1. 18 Jan

    04 • Hibiscus Heroes Part I - People, Planet, and the Work in Between

    In this episode, we sit down with Hibiscus Heroes founder Sowmya Parameswaran to trace the personal and philosophical journey behind one of India’s most thoughtful plant-based clothing studios. Sowmya shares her early years in Bangalore, her formative education at NIFT, and the experiences that shaped her understanding of craft, textiles, and responsibility. From documenting village crafts as a student to working in Auroville and later designing for global fashion houses in Europe, she reflects on what those worlds taught her and what they ultimately could not offer. We talk about why she chose to step away from corporate fashion, the moment that clarified her direction, and how Hibiscus Heroes was built around a few non-negotiable pillars: people, planet, gratitude, and goodwill. Sowmya explains how witnessing textile pollution firsthand led her to rethink dyes, materials, and production systems, and why working with plants, regional knowledge, and slow processes became central to her practice. This conversation focuses on origins, values, and intent. The thinking that comes before technique. In Part 1, we explore the human and ethical foundations of the brand, leaving the detailed discussion of plant-based dyeing methods and processes for Part 2. For listeners interested in Indian textiles, plant-based clothing, ethical fashion, slow design, Auroville, or the realities of building a values-led creative practice, this is a reflective and deeply considered starting point. Hibiscus Heroes garments are available in partnership with all mellow co.

    04 • Hibiscus Heroes Part I - People, Planet, and the Work in Between

  2. 18/11/2025

    03 • LAL Design Studio – Traditional Woodblock Printing

    In this episode, we sit down with Bidisha Samantaray, the co-founder of LAL Design Studio, an independent block printing and textile studio based in Pondicherry. Bidisha shares the story of how Lal began as a mother daughter journey across India, grew into a space that celebrates traditional craft, and eventually became a studio creating small batch garments with original wood block prints. We talk about the roots of Indian craft, the realities of running a handmade clothing studio, and why slow processes still matter in a world built on speed. Bidisha explains how wooden blocks are carved, how colors are mixed, why certain regions specialize in particular techniques, and what it feels like to build a creative practice that stays intentionally small and hands on. This conversation explores the human side of craft and the challenges independent designers face today: staying true to heritage techniques, finding the right collaborators, keeping production local, and learning to be visible in an increasingly digital world. For anyone interested in Indian handloom, wood block printing, artisan textiles, ethical fashion, slow design, small batch clothing, or the creative life in India, this episode is a thoughtful and grounded listen. Find Lal Design Studio on Instagram at @laldesignstudio and discover their block printed shirts, kurtas, trousers, and home textiles — now available in partnership with all mellow co. and available at www.allmellow.co

    03 • LAL Design Studio – Traditional Woodblock Printing

  3. 06/07/2025

    01 • Iba Mallai – Weaving Tradition

    In our very first episode of mellow matters, we travel to the quiet hills of Meghalaya, India, to meet Iba Mallai—the thoughtful founder of the women-led collective behind our handmade Eri silk shawls.  Iba shares how she left a busy, unfulfilling corporate job in Bangalore and returned home to Umden, known as the Eri Silk Village. There, she reconnected with the traditional art of weaving and built a thriving community around it.  Together, we explore the unique story of Eri silk. often called peace silk because it’s harvested without harming the silkworms. You’ll hear how this beautiful fabric is hand-spun from castor-fed silkworms, naturally dyed with local plants, and woven into soft, timeless shawls by skilled women artisans.  Along the way, Iba speaks about the strength of her community, the matrilineal culture of Meghalaya, and why small, sustainable fashion matters, showing how mindful craftsmanship can support people and protect the earth.  Take a quiet moment with us to celebrate slow living, sustainability, and the gentle power of ethical fashion.  To learn more about Eri silk and our work, visit: www.allmellow.co

    01 • Iba Mallai – Weaving Tradition
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Welcome to mellow matters, by all mellow co. Each episode, we meet inspiring individuals crafting a mellow life. From artisans and creators to entrepreneurs, we explore the philosophies, daily practices, and pivotal moments in their journeys toward more ethical, meaningful, and balanced lives. Whether you’re curious about sustainable living, ethical craftsmanship, mindful entrepreneurship, or simply finding a gentler way to move through life. Settle in, follow us, and discover how we are crafting kinder, calmer, and more connected lives; one mellow conversation at a time.

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  • Creator
    all mellow co.
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © all mellow co.
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