Craftworks returns - The Navhind Times

The fifth edition of Craftworks, an annual exhibition and sale of exclusive handcrafted products, will take place on September 20 and 21 at the Art Gallery, Maquinez Palace, ESG Complex, Panaji. Organized by Aira Mirchandani and Monica Dalvi, the event will feature 30 artists showcasing a diverse range of handcrafted items. The exhibition will offer a variety of clothing options, including cotton and linen dresses, handpainted dresses, sarees, stoles, and crochet tops. Accessories will feature crocheted berets, mufflers, hair ties, and jewelry made from seed beads, tatting, polymer clay, macrame, repurposed fabric, and ceramics. Home decor items will include PVC lamps, wooden platters, wood and resin works, ceramics, candles, crochet doilies, runners, and hand-embroidered hoops. Toys and games made from fabric, felt, and amigurumi will also be available. With Christmas nearing, the event will also feature handmade decorations made of fabric, felt, crochet, and tatting. Fidget quilts and terrariums will be part of the lineup. Mirchandani emphasizes the importance of supporting local handcraft businesses and encourages festival shopping for Diwali and Christmas. She highlights that purchasing handcrafted items provides exclusive pieces, unlike mass-produced items. Overall, Craftworks presents a unique opportunity for attendees to discover and purchase a wide array of handcrafted products, supporting local artisans and celebrating the festive season with exclusive, one-of-a-kind items.

Source: navhindtimes.in
Published on 2024-09-17