At Bastkari, we take immense pride in preserving and promoting the heritage of Bastar's traditional crafts. While our primary mission is to showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of our artisans, we also believe in supporting them in every step of their creative journey. To make this happen, we’ve launched a special initiative—our Material Bank for Artisans.

Why the Material Bank?

Artisans, especially those engaged in traditional crafts like Dhokra art, often face challenges in procuring quality materials at affordable prices. Middlemen, inconsistent quality, and inflated costs eat into their already limited budgets, affecting both their work and livelihood. Recognizing this challenge, we introduced the Material Bank to bridge the gap and ensure artisans have access to essential materials without any unnecessary burden.

What We Provide?

The Material Bank is stocked with high-quality finishing materials and tools that artisans require to bring their creations to life. These include:

Round Wire Brushes

Perfect for cleaning and refining the intricate surfaces of Dhokra pieces.

Buffing Wheels and Compounds

These ensure a flawless polish, adding the final sheen that brings out the beauty of handcrafted pieces.

Crucibles

A critical component for the Dhokra casting process, crucibles ensure artisans can melt metals safely.

An Artisan-Centric Approach

This initiative is more than just a service—it’s our way of giving back to the artisan community that forms the heart and soul of Bastkari. By reducing their material costs, we aim to empower artisans to focus on what they do best—creating masterpieces that preserve the rich legacy of Bastar.

How It Helps Artisans

We provide these materials at cost-to-cost prices, without any markup, to make them accessible to every artisan, irrespective of their financial situation.

Cost Savings

By eliminating profit margins, artisans save significantly on material expenses.

Better Quality Products

Access to premium tools and materials ensures that their final products meet global quality standards.

Encouraging Sustainability

By supporting them with affordable resources, we help artisans sustain their craft and livelihood.

Looking Ahead

The Material Bank is just the beginning. At Bastkari, we are committed to growing this initiative by:

  • Expanding the range of materials and tools available.
  • Collaborating with NGOs and local organizations to reach more artisans.
  • Continuously seeking feedback from artisans to improve and refine the program.

Join Us in This Journey

We invite you to be a part of this initiative by spreading the word, purchasing from Bastkari, or sharing your thoughts on how we can improve. Together, we can ensure that the artisans of Bastar receive the support they need to continue creating timeless works of art.

The Material Bank represents our unwavering commitment to the artisan community and our vision of a world where heritage and craftsmanship are celebrated and sustained. Visit our Our Initiatives page to learn more about how we’re making a difference, one step at a time.