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25.01.2022 From tales of tradition, from dusty workshops and the smell of the earth, Akkaara was born. It was shaped by the potter, on his wheel and by the carpenter’s steady hand. By the prick of the needle and the chisel on stone. This is the world where our stories are told. In places and practices from time immemorial, in folklore and fables that have somehow been forgotten. Handcrafted to glorious imperfection, each piece in the Akkaara collection recalls the story of it’s own identity. . Akkaara is on a journey to revive Dying crafts. The crafts that are inseparable part of human history. We are here to Acknowledge & conserve the rare skills of the craftsmen. Be a part of this journey Share/Like/comment it if you believe in revival & reconnection

25.01.2022 Handcrafted Nari Planter . A planter so unique, depicting the female ‘Nari’ from villages of India. With the strand of hair across her face, Modesty in her eyes, & nose ring to accessories, this piece representsfemininity& simplicity in all her beauty. Encapsulating the rural essence of craft of Belgaum Pottery. .... Elementary Collection. . A small town in Karnataka, India, called Khanapur, with only a population of 18, 535 people, speaking three different languages, is lush green and is home to white and red ware pottery. Khanapur is also famous for national level pottery institute run by Village Industries Commission. But it’s the local artisans ‘Kumbhar’ who have kept the craft alive for generations. This simplistic yet serene craft was traditionally used to make household clay ware. The white coloured clay, when baked in the kiln brings hue of red in casual patterns, adding an unintentional hint of colour. . . Visit www.akkaara.com.au & like share or comment to join us on a journey of revival.

25.01.2022 This autumn decorate your home with some unconventional craft. Enjoy up to 40% off on our selected collection. Limited stock available. Hurry. . Shop at www.akkaara.com.au

25.01.2022 Brass embossed Indoor Planter Adorn your botanical inclines with this planter box. Crafted in Brass metal, floral motif base, with curvy & ribbed tentacles to emulate the leaves. The individual and wavy leaf pattern is an attempt to represent the undulating and free-spirited rustling of the leaves. The Collection: Treasure Collection.... Treasures of the temples of India gleam with new life, retelling stories from the time immemorial. Brass and Copper lend an ancient authenticity to the collection The craft : Metal Embossing. Known to India for over 5000 years. Currently practiced in southern Indian state, the motifs embossed can be traced back to the grandeur of the Kakatiya Kingdom. The shapes are formed by beating, embossing motifs, welding & polishing the metal based on principles of balance & harmony.. . Join on us on a journey of revival. Full collection available on www.akkaara.com.au

25.01.2022 Our Story From tales of tradition, from dusty workshops and the smell of the earth, Akkaara was born. It was shaped by the potter, on his wheel and by the carpenter’s steady hand. By the prick of the needle and the chisel on stone. This is the world where our stories are told. In places and practices from time immemorial, in folklore and fables that have somehow been forgotten. Handcrafted to glorious imperfection, each piece in the Akkaara collection recalls the story of it’...s own identity. Akkaara brings you premium lifestyle products inspired by folklore and traditional crafts. Our products are handcrafted by artisans who have honed their skills over generations of practice. Each product in the Akkaara collection is designed with intricate care and concern. Concern for tradition, concern for the material and concern for the artisans. Through each product, Akkaara strives to revive what has been lost the exquisite splendour of traditional arts, the cultural heritage of generations of craftspeople and the memory of age-old stories, embedded in traditional wisdom and folklore. . Join on us on a journey of revival & reconnection. Full collection available on www.akkaara.com.au

23.01.2022 Hand-Painted Dinner Set Hosting your friends or just treating yourself, this dinner set would always set the mood right. Each piece is individually decorated & Intricately hand painted with traditional art, using all organic material. Such a unique addition to your dinnerware collection. . INDIGENOUS COLLECTION.... . In the remote villages of Kutch district of Gujarat, India, centuries are intact in the form of this pottery craft. A craft that can be traced back to Indus valley civilisation. Practiced for generations, now has only handful of families honing the skills. This all organic product is made up of carefully chosen clay ‘Rann ki Mitti’ . The Clay is ground, sieved, soften and shaped on the potter’s wheel, pieces are left to dry in sun & shade. It’s then baked in age old smoke-filled kiln ‘Chulha Bhatti’ powered by fuels of dry wood and cow dung. The amber colour surface is then hand decorated with natural black and white paint extracted from locally available stone . The intricate painting, mixture of dots and lines representing the nature around, is left to female design sensibility. . . Join us in the journey of revival & reconnection. Explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at www.akkaara.com.au

22.01.2022 REVEL PEN STAND. . The amalgamation of two crafts in true sense. This unusually shaped pen stand, presents the tribal art of warli not just by its motif but its form too. Its Geometric shape is what depicts the life and belief of the craft. The warli motifs inlaid showcase a scene from village celebration, folks dancing & Playing a traditional Indian drum ‘Nagara’. It’s a work of art exuding happiness. .... THE FEEL COLLECTION. . A collection that emerges from the heart of Indian woodland, Feel Handcrafted displays the dark lustre of Indian Rosewood, in revival of an age of royalty, against the minimalist Warli Art of the Indian state of Maharashtra. White inlay work sits in striking contrast against the rich wood to tell stories of Indian rural life in all it’s simplicity. Look closely, and you are offered a peak into the life of the villagers - working, dancing, playing and making merry in the sun, amongst their cows and traditional mud houses. This is what Feel Handcrafted is about - it draws you in, tempting you to touch and feel subtle textures, inviting you in to take a closer look at the stories being revealed. . Join us in the journey of revival & reconnection. Visit us at www.akkaara.com.au

21.01.2022 From tales of tradition, from dusty workshops and the smell of the earth, Akkaara was born. It was shaped by the potter, on his wheel and by the carpenter’s steady hand. By the prick of the needle and the chisel on stone. This is the world where our stories are told. In places and practices from time immemorial, in folklore and fables that have somehow been forgotten. Handcrafted to glorious imperfection, each piece in the Akkaara collection recalls the story of it’s own identity. . Akkaara is on a journey to revive Dying crafts. The crafts that are inseparable part of human history. We are here to Acknowledge & conserve the rare skills of the craftsmen. Be a part of this journey Share/Like/comment it if you believe in revival & reconnection

18.01.2022 Akkaara brings you premium lifestyle products inspired by folklore and traditional crafts. Our products are handcrafted by artisans who have honed their skills over generations of practice. Each product in the Akkaara collection is designed with intricate care and concern. Concern for tradition, concern for the material and concern for the artisans. Through each product, Akkaara strives to revive what has been lost the exquisite splendour of traditional arts, the cultural heritage of generations of craftspeople and the memory of age-old stories, embedded in traditional wisdom and folklore. . Join on us on a journey of revival & reconnection. Full collection available on www.akkaara.com.au

15.01.2022 When the flavour is minimalistic, infused with sophistication, then It’s the season for our Elementary collection. White and red clay, handcrafted by ‘kumbhars’ ( potters) of small town of khanapur, in the southern state of Karnataka, is the one with ethnic craft with a joyful twist.. . Shop online. @www.akkaara.com.au .or @www.akkaara.co.in... To explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at . www.akkaara.com.au/ www.akkaara.co.in See more

12.01.2022 ‘Akkaara’ Sanskrit for form/shape. We firmly believe that each home is special, made of love and care, and so should be every piece it holds.Each decor in its own subtle way speaks volume about ur abode. Therefore at akkaara we relentlessly work towards creating products that are unique, nurtured with care, and have a story to tell. We just don’t make products we shape stories. . . .... To explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at . www.akkaara.com.au See more

12.01.2022 Impression Collection by AKKAARA. . A handcrafted candle stand inspired by the regal symbology of elephants and free-spirited fish from depths of the ocean. Accent your table setting with this chic representation of heritage. .... A collection inspired by the stone age of India, Impressions Narrate Tales from Indian Mythology through, stories carved on stone.. . To explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at . www.akkaara.com.au

10.01.2022 Many cultures view the turtle as a symbol of good luck representing order, creation, endurance, strength, stability & longevity. hey represent the wisdom of the ancient ones and are highly respected for their strength and individuality.They are said to offer protection, good fortune and have the power to bring happiness and good omens. . A quick DIY to bring home some luck. . . #handmadeisheartmade ... Happy Sunday . . Explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at www.akkaara.com.au See more

10.01.2022 Copper Embossed Kalasha Vase. . symbol of creation and prosperity, the kalasha, bearing testament to believes of the ages. An ostentatious vessel ornately imprinted with hand-crafted floral motif. An aesthetic alloy of the shapely form, meticulous craft, antique luxury and contemporary simplicity. . Treasure Collection ... Treasures of the temples of India gleam with new life, retelling stories from the time immemorial. Brass and Copper lend an ancient authenticity to the collection. . Metal Embossing Known to India for over 5000 years. Currently practiced in southern Indian state, the motifs embossed can be traced back to the grandeur of the Kakatiya Kingdom. The shapes are formed by beating, embossing motifs, welding & polishing the metal based on principles of balance & harmony. To explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at . www.akkaara.com.au

09.01.2022 Handmade is Heartmade. #handmadeisheartmade

07.01.2022 Cinoni Clay Decanter A clay decanterlike no other. Indigenous in its form and shape, is handcrafted with care. It is rudimentary & raw, telling the tale of tradition that can be traced back to 5500 BCE. ituses basic science of condensation to cool any liquid.Traditionally used to contain water, this piece of craft will surely add to your collection. . Join on us on a journey of revival & reconnection. Full collection available on www.akkaara.com.au

05.01.2022 A mirror that tells a tale. White inlay work sits in striking contrast against the rich Rosewood to tell stories of Indian rural life and festivity in all its simplicity. Folks dancing on the tune of traditional Indian instruments, the drums ‘Nagara’ & the trumpets ‘Sringa’, and horse rides adding to their joy. The piece draws you in, tempting you to touch and feel subtle textures, inviting you in to take a closer look at the stories being revealed. .... THE FEEL COLLECTION. . A collection that emerges from the heart of Indian woodland, Feel Handcrafted displays the dark lustre of Indian Rosewood, in revival of an age of royalty, against the minimalist Warli Art of the Indian state of Maharashtra. White inlay work sits in striking contrast against the rich wood to tell stories of Indian rural life in all it’s simplicity. Look closely, and you are offered a peak into the life of the villagers - working, dancing, playing and making merry in the sun, amongst their cows and traditional mud houses. This is what Feel Handcrafted is about - it draws you in, tempting you to touch and feel subtle textures, inviting you in to take a closer look at the stories being revealed. . Join us in the journey of revival & reconnection. Visit us at www.akkaara.com.au

01.01.2022 NOW ON SALE. The Entangle Collection by AKKAARA On offer is a one of its kind pendant light. Featuring The homogeneity of the smooth minimalism of ceramic and texturally chequered pattern of hand-woven screwpine. Two differing crafts intrinsically intertwined to illuminate your interior in style! . . ENTANGLE COLLECTION.... . The exquisite craft intertwine in a collection that weaves it’s way into your heart. Rustic shades of naturally dyed Screw Pine Leaves are hand woven tirelessly over days to bring you piece that is oh-so-unique.. . .. The Screw Pine plant grows along the banks of the rivers and streams of the southern Indian state of Kerala. The long, sturdy leaves are peeled and dried, then plaited to create mats. Screw Pine is a significant cottage industry in the region, often employing women and offering a source of income to local artisans. Traditionally, the plant was used to create mats and baskets, however, in recent times, more modern designs such as handbags, wall hangings, lamps and cushion covers have been innovated. Nowadays, the pine is dyed with natural colours to produce beautifully textured, organic . . Join us in the journey of revival & reconnection. Explore our handmade collections, visit our online store at www.akkaara.com.au .