Reusable decor is replacing single-use styles this festive season, with Dastkar’s Nature Bazaar in Chhatarpur offering a trove of sustainable pieces.
Japanese nerikomi pottery by Gujarati artisans
Gujarat artisans employ the Japanese nerikomi pottery technique to create clay wind chimes and tableware that are sure to spark conversation at any party.
Lights and decor made from waste paper
Made from donated waste paper, coasters, placemats, and string lights are finished with lacquer varnish for waterproofing. The coasters (top right) add a chic touch to your festive table, while the string lights provide a charming, eco-friendly alternative to plastic fairy lights.
Bamboo handicrafts
Handicraft items made using bamboo are finding many takers. On the process, Pawan Kumar, enterprise coordinator at Hand in Hand, says, “The thickness of the bamboo is altered using specialised tools. Products are then handcrafted and varnished.”
Tuma lamps from Chattisgarh
Dried bottle gourds (lauki) are intricately carved into traditional tuma lamps from Chhattisgarh. These can add an artisanal glow to your home.
Handicrafts made of corn husk
Handcrafted from agricultural waste like corn husks, these eco-friendly pieces can bring a splash of colour to your home.
Textile waste into buntings
Repurposed textile waste from factories has been transformed into buntings and wall hangings, perfect for complementing the torans on your main door.
