Hand-Painted Art for Your Daily Essentials
Why settle for mass-produced when you can carry art that speaks to your soul? From mandala-etched tote bags to hand-painted phone cases, my daily-use creations are here to add a little colour and intention to your everyday life.
Why buy a phone case when you can make one? Watch me create a pretty butterfly phone case insert using gel pens on black paper.
This video shows the process of creating a hand-painted mandala tote bag. It's a reusable, eco-friendly, and stylish way to carry your essentials.
A purr-fectly easy and cute cat bookmark DIY. This video shows a simple paint scraping technique to create a whole family of adorable cat bookmarks.
A simple and therapeutic process of creating a floral bookmark using colorful brush pens. A perfect way to add a personal touch to your books.
Here's how I created a custom Evil Eye phone case insert. It's a great way to carry a symbol of protection with you everywhere.
A set of fruity bookmarks featuring strawberries, kiwis, lemons, and cherries. These fun doodles on black paper make reading even more enjoyable.
A custom phone case insert with colorful semi-mandalas.
About this collection
Because I use high-quality fabric paints and waterproof varnishes on all my accessories, these items are designed to handle real-life use. Whether it's a tote bag for your market runs or a bookmark for your evening reading, everything is sealed to resist moisture and wear, so you don't have to worry about the art fading as you go about your day.
I believe that art shouldn't just sit on a wall, it should move with you. When I paint a tote bag or a phone case, I'm thinking about how it will look in your hands, not just on a shelf.
Why Choose Hand-Painted Accessories?
- Eco-Friendly Carry: My tote bags are made from washable cotton canvas, making them a sustainable alternative to plastic. Plus, the neon mandala designs ensure you're carrying a unique piece that no one else has.
- Custom Phone Cases: I create custom phone case inserts, often featuring the Evil Eye or delicate mandala patterns. These are hand-painted on premium paper and fitted perfectly, allowing you to switch up your look whenever you want.
- Hand-Painted Bookmarks: Reading is already a form of meditation, and a hand-painted bookmark makes it that much better. I use techniques like paint scraping and fine-brush doodles to create small characters, fruits, and floral patterns that act as perfect little companions for your books.
The Process & Durability
Every piece is hand-painted using high-grade acrylics and fabric colours (like Fevicryl or Posca). For items like coasters or heavy-use pots, I apply multiple layers of waterproof varnish. This protective layer ensures that your art stays crisp and vibrant, even if it gets splashed or touched frequently. If you have a specific vision—maybe an initial filled with doodles or a design that means something special—I love collaborating to bring that to life. Reach out, and let's make something functional and beautiful together.
Shalini
I’m Shalini, and I honestly believe everything can be art. I just love taking things you use every day—like a phone case or a canvas bag—and giving them a little extra personality with some paint and patterns. It’s my way of spreading joy, one small, hand-painted object at a time.
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