Satisfaction guaranteed

I have been frequently asked as to why I create what I create. What is in it for the creator to create such delicate pieces and sell it off to adorn someone else’s house? What is the charm of making things for others when you hardly wear any of it? Why do I create?

There are numerous reasons like-

·         To feed the creative side

·         To pass the time

·         To earn extra mullah

·         If I know it I must create it

But above all it is the Satisfaction, I get when I convert something from my mind to what is in front of me. I am sure crafters, writers and in general all artists create with only for a sense of satisfaction in their mind. The relief and excitement, the elation and the acknowledgment of creation is not only empowering but also humbling.

When I get to try something new, something that I learned recently, either from a book or a video or even a tutorial, I feel this urge to try it. The never ending urges to twirl the paper and quill. Turn into a desired shape and continue with the experiment.

On the way there are many highs and lows (believe me I have wasted a lot). When I come out with a piece that is not only acknowledged but also appreciated, I am sure my fellow artists would agree that it was all worth it. The paper cuts and the wasted material along with failed attempts are all worth it!

The sense of satisfaction and achievement is beyond words can describe. So pick up your tool of choice and continue working towards that sense of satisfaction.

Love that is Handmade

When we try to purchase a gift for someone, we often put a lot of effort into thinking the perfect thing and a unique gift for the person you love. The underlying reason is not just the acknowledgement of the fact about the gift but the thought behind the gesture of gifting.

You can add a little magic to the art of gifting if you make or purchase something handmade. A handmade gift speaks more than just mere “I Think about you” it says that “I Care about you” and “I love you”. It might not be about the amount or the money spent, but the effort of the gift itself.

Usually on Rakhi (Raksha Bandhan) I gift shirts to my brothers, this year I thought I would make something for them that would not hurt their sentiments and at the same time express my gratitude for everything they do for me. I am younger to them and taking a gift from me puts them in a difficult situation sometimes but they always graciously accept it. This year too they accepted it but the moment was sweet. He proudly put my Quilled Car Hanging in his car and clicked a snap and sent it to me.

One of my aunts purchased my Quilled Rakhi for the first time and posted it to her brother. When I met her she proudly shared a snap of her brother’s wrist just to show how much the gesture meant to both of them. I am happy and grateful for it.

My friend from the college days (soul sister), whom I have been pestering about having a look at my Quilling designs for a very long time, could not due to lack of time. While randomly talking to her she asked about some of my latest designs, she actually picked up a few and asked me to make them for her. When she received it she was not just overjoyed she actually wore them and proudly so.

Life is about such moments when your work is appreciated and recognized because it is handmade and the very thought that goes into making each and every unique thing. Handmade is the art of gifting and Loving.