When it comes to choosing a gift for special celebrations like housewarming, wedding, or welcoming the newest member of the family- a handmade gift stands out of just any commercially bought presentations; sometimes, it means more beyond that. Of course, a mixer, a robotic floor cleaner or even a pram has some strong viability. However, do you really think that they can do much justice to the celebrations that mark the most significant milestones of life? On the other hand, handmade stuffs have a very distinct personality, which is no match for a mixer or a toaster. A handmade good symbolizes a piece of art and creativity, which comes imbibed with a small part of its creator’s genius. They silently carry the ideas, styles, sometimes even tears, blood and sweat that the artisan has put into them. No wonder a handmade gift can speak volumes about the connection between the giver and the recipient of the gift shares between them.
You can buy handmade gift for home for reasonable price. What about choosing from the bounty that rural artisans of India have made with love and toil? Here are some excellent creations, made from the native sikki grass…
Salutations To The Sun God
Since the creation of the world, the Sun has been held in high regard, especially when it comes to religious beliefs. From ancient inscriptions, scriptures, to tarot cards, the Sun seems to have a profound significance that remains unmatched. The Sun is, as the Hindu religious scriptures put it, a ‘God’ who remains visible to us every day. Keeping that in mind, here is a Sikki Grass souvenir that might rule supreme to anyone’s lounging space. Let the sun created in the wall décor shine on all so that life can be experienced to the fullest. When style and spirituality goes hand in hand, then this a product that nobody can take his/her eyes off. As a matter of fact, this piece of art has been created by Savita, which, you might call it coincidence, also means the Sun!
The Pachyderm March
See the elephant, or the pachyderm grace your loved one’s living room majestically. Elephants seem to be omnipresent to different forms of Indian art. In different parts of Asia, elephants are even regarded as deities. For example, Indian cosmology, “World Elephants” are supposed to guard and support the Earth from all directions. Even Ganesha, the God of wisdom and prosperity is represented by a white elephant. Again, in African fables, elephants are seen playing the role of impartial chiefs who wisely settle disagreements among the other creatures in forest. So what about bringing in the very charismatic Pachyderms to your loved one’s home? The wall décor has been created by Sushila Devi, a rural artisan who belongs to the culturally rich Madhubani district in the province of Bihar, India.
Twirling To The Reverberating Drums
Despite the differences in culture, religious practices, and beliefs, music remains the very string that binds all together- no matter the occasion. In fact, the drums, which come in diverse sizes and various types, are inarguably the oldest known musical instruments ever played. In Indian culture, the regional drums indicate the players’ passion for life. With the pulsating beats, the ecstatic dancers also offer their reverence and praise to the Omnipresent. Drumbeats, by all means unify folks from all corners, as they dance the merry times away, share the laughs and joy, thus reinforcing human bonds. In fact, the sound of drums is also believed to symbolize the heartbeat of Mother Nature. This particular wall art has been created by Sanni Gupta, an alumnus of National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), who has gone back to his roots to train and provide employment opportunity to rural women.
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