Things Will Fall Into Place Tulu textiles Yejiju print on large pillow - Moroccan wedding blanket on the wall. Kutch, in the northwest of the state of Gujarat, is famous for mirror worked embroideries. These textiles are a study in the skill and design mastery of generations of women. Varying by region, their intricate patterns tell the story of the maker's lineage, caste, and prosperity. As an important part of a girl's dowry, these embroideries are worked on for years by the women of each family. In addition to the usual gifts of jewelry and cooking utensils, a dowry almost always includes embroidered wedding outfits, wall hangings for the bride's new home, and decorations for domesticated animals. The bright colors of Kutch embroidery stand out in the dusty desert, and celebrate youth in particular. Unmarried girls and young children are often the most kaleidoscopic in any village. Religious festivals are also important places to show off one's embroidery skill - fr