Vinay Handicraft

Our shop, Vinay Handicraft, is tucked away in Chandpole Bazar at numbers 36-37. If you find Kalyanji Ka Rasta and head to the second crossing, you'll see us right across from the Patel Plywood Centre. It’s a busy part of the market, always noisy and full of life. We spend our days surrounded by all sorts of handmade items. It’s a lot of work keeping everything organized, especially when new stock comes in. We’ve been at this location for quite some time now. The space isn't huge, but we make it work. Most days involve unpacking crates, checking for any damage, and talking to people who drop in. We aren't really into big advertisements or anything like that. Most folks find us because they’re already in the bazaar or someone told them about our spot. The crafts we have come from different places, and they each have their own look. It’s a bit dusty sometimes because of the street outside, but that’s just how it is here. We try to keep things simple. If you need something specific, we look through what we have on the shelves. It’s a family-run kind of thing, so there’s usually someone you know behind the counter. The sound of the traffic and the vendors outside is something we’ve just gotten used to over the years. We keep the doors open mostly, so the smell of the street comes in. It’s a real place, not some sterilized mall shop. We just like making sure the items get into hands that appreciate them.