handmade instruments

Delicate petals accompany the melodious tune of this wind chime by Bali's Trisna Dewi. Aluminum pieces dangle at the bottom, held by nylon cords that join each element to a bamboo accent decorated with floral motifs.

Inspired by the Inca pottery found on the Pisac archaeological site in Peru, Dionisio Quilla designs a beautiful blue ocarina with a llama motif and geometric patterns. This ancient wind instrument has a melodic sound most music aficionados appreciate and love. The handmade ocarina comes with a cord so you can wear it around the neck or carry it anywhere.

Unveil a captivating portrayal of the mystic poet Meera, devoted to the Hindu god Krishna and known as Mirabai, in this remarkable artwork by Devendra Kumar Jha and Family. Painted with black and white hues derived from plants on handmade paper, this masterpiece showcases Meera gracefully playing a traditional Indian musical instrument. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of classic Madhubani style as you experience the essence of devotion and artistry captured in this extraordinary composition.

Hear the melodies of the stunning Balinese islands every day with this charming creation by Trisna Dewi. The artisan creates a marvelous classic floral pattern around the bamboo piece that crowns this wind chime, accented with aluminum pipes for an ethereal display of rhythm.

Welcome wisdom and music into your home with Vidushini's gorgeous painting, which depicts Hindu goddess Saraswati holding an Indian instrument called a veena. The artisan uses bright acrylic to create the Madhubani painting, a graphic style of folk art originating in the Mithila region of India.

Replace industrial writing instruments with this handcrafted pencil made from reclaimed newspaper. The brainchild of Irapuato, Mexico native Daniel Piceno, this unique pencil generates awareness for sustainably made goods and repurposed waste while also highlighting the creativity of Mexican artists with its vintage newspaper aesthetic and noteworthy green eraser. Crafting this pencil, Daniel invests many hours into first sourcing the raw material from publishers, then ironing and cutting the rough newspaper before rolling it in layers around the graphite core. Each pencil receives its own unique paper, design and character, plus a signed certificate of authenticity from Daniel.