I recently learnt about this Mumbai based toy and craft company when Saira received an activity kit from them as a birthday gift. I was really excited to see her present, which she chose for herself along with her Nani. The product she chose was the World Wide Monuments on the Map. We sat down {Read More…}
Sew Darn Close, Virginia, USA: Handcrafted bags
I love handmade products. I think as the generations go by, several traditional crafts like knitting, sewing, are sadly dwindling. As big brands take over the consumer space, we often find it easier to simply walk into a store and shop. However, I love small businesses, where homepreneurs are keeping their creative passions alive by {Read More…}
Susse Linton, Sweden: Surface pattern designer
Often when I speak to illustrators/designers, I realize a lot of their style is inspired by travel. I was excited to get in touch with Scottish-origin surface pattern designer Suisse Linton, who now lives in Sweden. Susse’s works spans across animal prints, florals, home patterns and the seaside. My favorites from her collection, are the {Read More…}
Seedling, Singapore
I came across Seedling while hunting for some do-it-yourself craft boxes for my daughter. I often swoon at the lovely craft ideas on Pinterest, but often find it cumbersome to put materials together. That’s why I like companies like Seedling that are geared towards young mums who want to engage their kids but often don’t {Read More…}
Crafted by A, Singapore: Nursery Wall Art
I meet Anna Williams one morning, only to realize that she is a mum I see at school! What a small world, isn’t it. She is the talented mum behind Crafted by A (Singapore), which makes some lovely nursery art work, for little ones. An accountant by profession, Anna Williams decided to quit her job, to take {Read More…}
KlayKit: Clay subscription boxes
This is my second visit to Amu’s studio. Each time I visit, I fall in love with the lovely pieces of pottery adorning the shelves. This time it is to learn about the launch of KlayKit, a product that allows you to take clay education to your home. Amu and her partner Sara who founded {Read More…}
Perfume making at Je T’aime Singapore
The sweet scent at the perfumery engulfs me. I am reminded of my childhood days, when I would rummage through my grandma’s cupboard of attar bottles. We are welcomed at the studio by XinYing, a young perfumer who takes us to our seat to get started. My mom, who is visiting also comes along, and {Read More…}
Minted: Personalised holiday cards
The holiday season is finally here. Growing up we never celebrated Christmas in a big way. My fondest memory of Christmas, however, was decorating our living room with the lovely cards my father would receive. Sadly, as our lives become more digitized, handwritten cards are slowly dwindling, being replaced by virtual greetings. However, if you {Read More…}
Sky Goodies: Paper paraphernalia {Free Giveaway}
I have been writing a lot about paper goods lately. Well, I do have a fetish for anything that involves paper – paper craft, origami, scrapbooking, and the list goes on. So, I have to tell you all about Sky Goodies, which creates unique products with paper. What’s different? The company uses paper to make {Read More…}