Reviving India's Rich
Craft Heritage
KARIGAR BAZAAR is a pioneering organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of India’s vibrant craft and artisanal heritage. We work tirelessly to empower marginalized artisans and craftspeople across the country, providing them with a platform to showcase their exquisite skills and creations.
Our Mission
Our mission is to revive, restore, and reinvigorate India’s traditional crafts, ensuring their relevance in contemporary times. We strive to create a sustainable ecosystem that benefits artisans, craftspeople, and the environment.
Our Work
We collaborate with artisans from diverse backgrounds, skill sets, and geographical locations, providing them with:
- Market access and exposure
- Design and technical support
- Capacity-building training
- Fair trade practices
Our Impact
Through our initiatives, we’ve been able to:
- Empower over 400+ artisans, with a focus on women and marginalized communities, by providing access to fair wages, skill development, and direct market linkages.
- Preserve and promote 250+ traditional crafts, including:
- Textiles: Phulkari (Punjab), Chikankari (Lucknow), Pashmina (Kashmir), Kanjeevaram (Tamil Nadu), Banarasi Brocade (Varanasi), Maheshwari (Madhya Pradesh), Kota Doria (Rajasthan), Muga Silk (Assam), Baluchari (West Bengal), Tangaliya (Gujarat)
- Weaving: Jamdani (Bengal), Ikat (Odisha/Telangana), Patola (Gujarat), Pochampally (Telangana), Kullu Wool Weaving (Himachal Pradesh), Eri Silk (Assam), Lepcha Weaving (Sikkim)
- Embroidery: Kutchi embroidery (Gujarat), Kasuti (Karnataka), Toda embroidery (Tamil Nadu), Kantha (West Bengal), Sujani (Bihar), Banjara embroidery (Telangana), Gota Patti (Rajasthan), Zardozi (Lucknow)
- Pottery & Ceramics: Blue Pottery (Jaipur), Goa pottery, Khurja pottery (Uttar Pradesh), Molela terracotta (Rajasthan), Longpi pottery (Manipur), Black pottery (Nizamabad, Uttar Pradesh)
- Grass & Natural Fiber Crafts: Sabai grass weaving (Odisha), Moonj grass products (Uttar Pradesh), Madhurkathi mats (Bengal), Kauna grass weaving (Manipur), Sitalpati mats (West Bengal), Bamboo weaving (Assam), Coir craft (Kerala)
- Metalwork: Bidriware (Karnataka), Dhokra (Chhattisgarh/Odisha/West Bengal), Thathera brass craft (Punjab), Kamrupi metal craft (Assam), Moradabad brassware (Uttar Pradesh), Aranmula Kannadi (Kerala)
- Woodwork & Carving: Sheesham wood carving (Rajasthan), Channapatna lacquerware (Karnataka), Kondapalli toys (Andhra Pradesh), Saharanpur wood carving (Uttar Pradesh), Kavad storytelling boxes (Rajasthan), Sandalwood carving (Mysore), Etikoppaka toys (Andhra Pradesh)
- Painting & Folk Art: Madhubani (Bihar), Pattachitra (Odisha/West Bengal), Warli (Maharashtra), Gond (Madhya Pradesh), Kalamkari (Andhra Pradesh/Telangana), Phad (Rajasthan), Rogan painting (Gujarat), Thangka (Ladakh/Sikkim)
- Jewelry & Ornamentation: Meenakari (Jaipur), Thewa (Rajasthan), Temple Jewelry (Tamil Nadu), Dokra jewelry (West Bengal/Chhattisgarh), Naga beadwork (Nagaland)
- Leather & Footwear: Kolhapuri chappals (Maharashtra), Mojari/Jutti (Rajasthan/Punjab), Shantiniketan leather craft (West Bengal)
- Generate sustainable livelihoods and income opportunities by creating direct market access through exhibitions, online platforms, and collaborations, ensuring artisans receive fair compensation and long-term economic stability.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a thriving ecosystem that celebrates India’s rich craft heritage, while ensuring the well-being and prosperity of artisans and craftspeople. Join us in our mission to revive, restore, and reinvigorate India’s traditional crafts.
Get Involved
Support our cause by:
- Shopping our curated collection of artisanal products.
- Collaborating with us on bespoke projects and commissions.
- Spreading awareness about the importance of preserving traditional crafts.
