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PREORDER ONLY. Last date to order 25th Sep 2026 to get it before Diwali✨ These kandils are Diwali’s quiet showstoppers.

For generations, they’ve been more than lanterns — symbols of prosperity, joy, and togetherness, lighting up every festive doorway.

Now, women artisans are giving them new life.
Each one handcrafted with vibrant Khan weaves, rich Paithani silks, and shimmering zari borders — blending nostalgia with craftsmanship, and tradition with premium elegance.

Because a kandil doesn’t just glow.
It tells the story of Diwali — the way we remember it, reimagined for today. 🪔💛
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[kandil, diwali decor, paithani kandils, Maharashtra tradition, premium fabric kandils, zwende, khan weaves, lanterns, handmade, women artisans, diwali 2025] by @zwendedesign

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Who knew corn husk could glow like this?

What most people would throw away is collected, dried, shaped, and turned into fairy lights by hand.

That’s the part we love about Indian craft.

It doesn’t always start in a studio.
Sometimes, it starts in a field.

And in the hands of the right artisans, even corn husk can become as beautiful as these fairy lights and something you can hang in your homes.

Handcrafted by the women artisans in Huveenahadagalli, 70kms from Hampi in Karnataka.

[corn husk craft, handmade fairy lights, sustainable decor, rural artisans, Indian craft, village-made decor, handmade home decor] by @zwendedesign

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Drop everything. The Koodai is back — and it’s never looked this 🔥

You’ve waited. You’ve guessed.
Now it’s finally here — the world’s first-ever personalised Koodai.

From grandma’s arm to your everyday style — this iconic bag just got the ultimate glow-up.

💼 Premium leather & canvas straps
🎨 3 sizes, bold bright hues & muted pastel tones
🔠 Your name, monogram or a charm that screams YOU
🐾 Yes, even a doggo or cat charm. Obviously.

Handwoven by women artisans.
Rooted in tradition.
Rebuilt for now.

🛍 Take it shopping.
🧋 Brunch with it.
✨ Carry it to the beach.
🛫 Airport flex with it.

Wherever you go, it goes with you — in style.

This isn’t nostalgia.
It’s reinvention.

Your Koodai. Your vibe.
Live only on Zwende.
Grab yours now!
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[Koodai Launch, Koodai Reimagined, Handwoven, Zwende, Personalised Koodai, Your Koodai Your vibe, Women artisans, Koodai, Modern Koodai, Personalised] by @zwendedesign

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Introducing MINI Koodai collection that has enough room for all your mini obsessions

Shop the MINI Koodai collection on Zwende.com

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[The Koodai Project , Mini bags , Statement bags , Indian Craft , Made In India , Zwende artisans]
#fyp #explore taken in Bangalore, India by @zwendedesign

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A table set up with a little extra love. ✨

From table runners to mats and all the little details in between, it’s amazing how the right pieces can bring a dining table together.

Find your favourites at Zwende. by @zwendedesign

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Here’s how these shola flower arrangements come to life! 🌸

Each flower is carefully shaped and put together by hand to create arrangements that bring colour and charm to your space. Comment below to get the link! by @zwendedesign

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This Diwali, let your candles steal the spotlight! 🌸🪔

Just when you think you’ve seen it all, India’s talented artisans come up with something that makes you look twice!

Can you believe these gorgeous blooms are made entirely of wax? From blooming lotuses to vibrant marigolds, every little petal looks almost too real to believe.

It’s this kind of imagination and creativity that makes us fall in love with Indian craftsmanship all over again! 💛

And honestly, aren’t these just perfect for Diwali? Imagine them on your festive tables, alongside your rangolis, or as the prettiest little centrepieces. Beautiful even before you light them! ✨

For those who love making their Diwali decor a little extra special.

Discover these unique festive finds on Zwende! by @zwendedesign

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What does a colourful Diwali look like? 🌈✨

Handmade yarn balls, turned into colourful fairy lights that bring a soft, happy glow to every corner.

Made with a little patience, a lot of colour, and plenty of festive spirit.

Because Diwali deserves to be bright, colourful and full of handmade details. 🪔 by @zwendedesign

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Guess who we are are collaborating with for this new collection

Here’s a little sneak peek of what we’ve been working on… and we can’t wait to show you the whole thing.

Think you know who it is? 👀 by @zwendedesign

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Our first international artist collaboration. 🇮🇳 × 🇯🇵

What happens when Japanese Balloon Origami meets India’s Tholu Bommalata?

Two very different craft traditions came together at Zwende to explore an idea neither had seen before — bringing the sculptural language of Japanese balloon origami into traditional Indian leather craft.

Over three intense days, five artists from Japan and five Indian artisans worked together at our Bangalore space, alongside Japanese artist Ken Okamuro, the Folkluru team and master artisan Sindhe Siva.

Paper. Leather. Sketches. Prototypes. Paint. Experimentation.

And eventually, two life-sized horses — a 6-foot leather horse created through Tholu Bommalata techniques, alongside Ken-san’s paper origami horse.

What makes this even more special is how quickly it came together. An idea sparked just two months ago, and suddenly our office had become a workshop where artists from Japan and India were creating side by side.

The two horses were then exhibited as part of Folkluru at Bangalore Design Week.

Here is to first of many by @zwendedesign

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If the spirit of Navratri could be laid out on a table, it might look a little something like this. 🌈✨

A little garba.
A little golu.
A lot of colour.
And all the festive feels.

Let’s get festive.
More colour please, it’s Navratri by @zwendedesign

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You’ve met the Minions, but have you met the Subraminions?
Yes, they are exactly what you think - Minions with a South Indian twist! Inspired by the timeless traditions of South India, each doll is a playful nod to the heart and soul of the culture.
Handcrafted using the iconic Varanasi toy craft, the Subraminions take their name from the beloved South Indian figure Subramanian, blending quirky Minion charm with the vibrant spirit of family, love, and true South Indian flair.
From their saree-wearing, bindi-loving Amma to their wise Appa, these dolls are a colorful celebration of South Indian culture - with all the spice, charm, and humor you can imagine!
Get ready to bring home this perfect blend of Minions and South Indian tradition, where every tiny detail tells a story of fun, family, and culture!
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[Subraminions, nesting dolls, south Indian culture, zwende, zwendedesign varanasi toy craft, south indian twist, dolls, taken in Bangalore, India by @zwendedesign

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