The Lingua Franca Marathi Tank is crafted from a cotton knit with intricate pointelle stitching, hand-twisted rope ties at the shoulders and waist, and wooden bead accents. Hand-tied fringe along the side seams adds a finishing touch of artisanal craftsmanship. The Lingua Franca Marathi Tank is crafted from a cotton knit with intricate pointelle stitching, hand-twisted rope ties at the shoulders and waist, and wooden bead accents. Hand-tied fringe along the side seams adds a finishing touch of artisanal craftsmanship. Starting from just a stitch, Lingua Franca has grown into a line of hand-embroidered ready-to-wear collections, accessories, and even wallpaper, all designed in their New York City studio.