Field Notes from Garam Chashma during September 2023

This set of field notes documents the first phase of fieldwork conducted in September 2023 in Garam Chashma valley The research focuses on the traditional process of making Chitrali Shu, a handwoven woollen fabric integral to the region’s cultural heritage. The notes capture detailed interviews and observations of wool processing practices. The data provides insights into the environmental conditions, seasonal rhythms, tool usage, and intergenerational knowledge transmission involved in the making of Shu.