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31/12/2025

INDIA × NATURAL DYES × LEARNING BY DOING

From madder reds to indigo blues, India has been colouring cloth with nature for centuries.

Being immersed in the world of natural dyeing, learning the stories, techniques and hands-on processes behind each shade, has been an inspiring journey of slowing down, reconnecting with craft, and understanding sustainability in its truest form.

This journey reminded me that every colour has a story, and every fabric carries culture. 🤍

Grateful for the experience, the knowledge, and the beautiful imperfections that come with working with nature.

30/12/2025

Another experience, another skill.

Learning the art of silk painting in Florence,where colour flows, creativity breathes, and every brushstroke feels like a love letter to Italian craftsmanship.

Art, history and slow moments in the city of dreams 🇮🇹🎨

29/12/2025

For a long time, we were quiet.
Not absent, just deeply immersed in creating.

Behind the scenes, we’ve been travelling, learning, experimenting and shaping the future of Maria Cutajar in ways we weren’t ready to share… until now.

One of the most transformative chapters of our journey took us to Bagru, India the heart of traditional hand block printing.
Here, we worked with natural dyes and traditional mordants, learning directly from master artisans whose craft has been passed down through generations.

Every fabric taught us patience.
Every print honoured imperfection, the beauty of something truly handmade.

This was more than a visit.
It was a creative awakening.
A return to slow fashion, ethical production and meaningful design.

We’re finally ready to share what has been shaping us quietly, and this is only the beginning.

Welcome to the new chapter of Maria Cutajar.
Rooted in craft. Guided by intention. Created with soul.

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28/12/2025

From concept to stage ✨

This costume began as hand-drawn sketches, evolved through pattern cutting, and digital textile design, and finally came to life through precision sewing and fitting.
Every pleat, seam, and printed word was intentionally placed to move with the dancer and respond to light, motion, and emotion on stage.

A reminder that costume is not just what you wear, it’s what you perform in.

BehindTheSeams

27/12/2025

At the beginning of this month, took home the Best Dance Production award at this year’s Premju Għall-Arti by and we were honoured to be the costume designers behind this powerful work.

Ghajn Xtutna was a beautiful collaboration between concept, choreography, sound and costume design, a meeting of creative voices moving as one.

Choreographers



Seamstress Doris Mallia
Creative Associate 
Composer john.matthew.spiteri
Photographer: .92

26/12/2025

Being part of Moveo’s intimate duet at Premju għall-Arti was a deeply meaningful experience for me as a costume designer.

Working alongside the live piano composition of , the sensitive choreography of , and the powerful performances of and , I was given the opportunity to translate emotion, sound and movement into fabric, texture and form.

The costume design was conceived as an extension of the choreography allowing the garments to move, breathe and respond to the dancers’ bodies, becoming part of the visual poetry unfolding in the space. Every fold, line and fabric choice was shaped to support the narrative and to honour the vulnerability and strength within the duet.

This collaboration became a quiet dialogue between bodies, sound and material, a celebration of contemporary Maltese artistry expressed through multiple creative voices.

Heartfelt thanks to Arts Council Malta for providing a platform that truly honours collaboration, craftsmanship and creative exchange.

As we share these final close-up details from The Nutcracker, we just want to pause and say thank you and wish you all a...
24/12/2025

As we share these final close-up details from The Nutcracker, we just want to pause and say thank you and wish you all a very Merry Christmas 🤍

From delicate stitches to shimmering textures, every detail carries a little piece of the magic, care, and love poured into this production. We’re so grateful for everyone who has been part of this journey, on and off the stage.

May your days be filled with light, creativity, and wonder ✨
Happy Christmas from our hearts to yours 🎄



Dance company
Theatre .manoel
Set designer
Light designer
Creative Director
Artistic director

24/12/2025

From the wings of the stage, watching fabric come alive in motion is a feeling that never gets old.

Creating costumes with the incredible dance company and the inspiring artistic team at .manoel has been nothing short of magical. From early sketches and fittings to last-minute pins, breath-held moments, and that first step into the light, every detail has been a collaboration, a challenge, and a deep joy.

Here’s a quiet glimpse into the journey, just before the curtain rises.

Creative Director
Light Designer
Set Designer
Photography .92

After months of preparation ✨…and a much-needed week of rest 🌿it’s finally time to share this incredible journey.Creatin...
20/12/2025

After months of preparation ✨
…and a much-needed week of rest 🌿
it’s finally time to share this incredible journey.

Creating costumes with the amazing dance company and the inspiring artistic team at .manoel has been nothing short of magical. From early ideas and fittings to movement, fabric, and performance every step was a collaboration, a challenge, and a joy.

Here’s a glimpse into the journey.

Creative Director
Light Designer
Set Designer
Photography .92

✨ Big milestones ahead✨I’m excited to share that my research proposal has been officially accepted, and I’ll soon be sta...
18/12/2025

✨ Big milestones ahead✨

I’m excited to share that my research proposal has been officially accepted, and I’ll soon be starting my research titled:

“Investigating Creative Process Difficulties in Fashion Design Education.”

This study will explore the challenges students face during the creative process and how fashion education can better support creativity, development, and confidence in design practice.

Alongside this, I’ve also completed the MySuccess Website Designer Associatecertification, strengthening my digital and design skillset as part of my ongoing creative and academic journey.

Grateful for the progress, the learning, and what’s next.
Research, design, and growth—just getting started. 🤍

Maria Cutajar

Following our last post, we are proud to announce that during these years off the grid from social media, Maria Cutajar ...
04/11/2025

Following our last post, we are proud to announce that during these years off the grid from social media, Maria Cutajar graduated with a Postgraduate Certificate in Vocational Education in Applied Research.

We stepped back to grow, invest in research, and strengthen our educational practice. Now we return with a more research led direction for the design world.

This is the beginning of our next chapter.

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