As the saying goes – Art is not merely a part of life. Life, in its true essence is art.
In 2020, we realised that Earth doesn’t need to stop spinning to come to a standstill; COVID-19 did that for us. In a matter of weeks, lives and livelihoods crumbled, and streets were deserted, the despondency of which still lingers fresh in the air. From global powerhouses to daily wage earners, all were hit hard by the virus.
As the world was left reeling, many were left introspecting their lives, including us. We took a pause and took a hard look at ourselves and the world we had created around us. As humans moved indoors, nature flourished, beaches recovered, pollution abated, and the air smelt fresher than it had in decades. And that left was wondering what we could do to make this change sustainable.
This internal sound-boarding gave birth to ChikniMitti. Conceptualized by Pallavi Bose and Parashmoni Deori, it is an effort to produce sustainable and eco-friendly products by blending creativity with genuine concern for the environment.
Our products are created and sourced by skilled artisans from the remotest corners of our country. We aim to promote the rich culture and heritage of our great nation which is home to over 700+ tribes.
Our motto is simple, “To give back what we have borrowed from Mother Nature and to help nurture a world of environmentally conscious people!”
India is well known for its vibrant and quirky handicrafts. Almost all Indian history book details India’s rich history in art and craft. Every tour and travel guide ensure that they talk in length about India’s rich heritage of artwork.
We are creating a network for this artwork to come to the forefront of discussion. We will bring to you the art forms mentioned in those books, and the ones left out. We will showcase how impeccable our craftsmen are and give them the roots to grow. We will give nature the chance to heal with our sustainable products. We are ChikniMitti!
Inspired by the vibrant colours of our national bird, the peacock, we created our logo to commemorate the local artisans who ‘Make in India’ and ‘Make for India’. Our collection includes a wide range of carefully curated, handmade products that are crafted out of eco-friendly materials that swear by sustainability, and scream vitality with hand-painted lively colours!
Our platform hosts a variety of handicrafts that you can use for decorations, utility purposes, or just as showpieces to brighten up your living space. The choices offered are all evergreen designs that are subtle, sustainable, yet eye-catching. Choose to give a gift of nature to your loved ones today. Gifts that they will surely admire for their design and the thought behind gifting them.
Pallavi Bose
(Human Resource Consultant)
Hailing from the glorious North-Eastern part of India, Pallavi grew up in parts of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya. The forests account for her simplicity, creativity and wangling bliss in the little joys of life. Her affectionate nature and candid personality help her connect with anyone and everyone effortlessly. When you mix Pallavi’s love for nature with her passion for art and sprinkle it with her benevolence, you are sure to create magic! Pallavi aspires to connect with artisans, personally design sustainable products and cast her spell on you!
Parashmoni Deori
(Communication Consultant)
A lively free-spirited soul in her mid-twenties, Parashmoni is a nature’s child. From running around wildly from one rice field to another, making houses lapped with mud & manure, to assisting the fellow artisans make baskets and barriers from bamboo, her childhood tales are worth lending an ear to. With a fascination for bamboo and cane and making products out of scratch – Parashmoni hopes that you will share and appreciate this gift of nature and the many forms it can take to find a place in your home.
