Channapatna Wooden Crafts
Shipped across India
We make handmade Channapatna wooden toys and gifts using safe, eco-friendly materials, certified for quality, and every purchase directly supports our local artisans.
Pricing Guide
Channapatna Toys & Educational Sets
Core Product Scope
- Single Units: Rattles, teethers, whistles, and spinning tops (approx 50-100g wood volume).
- Large Sets: Stacking rings, magnetic train sets, pull-along animals (Dancing Dog, Snail), and 5-piece bowling sets.
- Dimensions: Small items range from 3 to 5 inches; large sets range from 10 to 18 inches.
Material & Safety
- Base Material: 100% Ivory Wood (Wrightia tinctoria), selected for its soft, lightweight properties.
- Coloring: High-gloss natural Lac mixed with non-toxic vegetable dyes (Turmeric for yellow, Indigo for blue, Kumkum for red).
- Safety Compliance: Adheres to BIS IS 9873 standards. Features rounded edges and zero sharp points.
- Finish: Glass-smooth surface achieved via dried palm leaf polishing on the lathe.
Wooden Home Decor & Office Utilities
Product Range
- Desk Accessories: Signature Owl design pen holders, business card holders, and paperweights.
- Home Accents: Turned wooden vases (for dry flowers), candle stands, incense holders, and decorative wall plates.
- Dining Ware: Napkin rings, coaster sets with anti-skid felt backing, salt and pepper shakers, and fruit bowls.
Craftsmanship & Specs
- Construction: Seasoned wood blocks used to prevent cracking during the hollow turning process.
- Aesthetics: Fusion of traditional ribbed lathe patterns with contemporary minimalist shapes.
- Finish: Treated for termite resistance. Colored with organic pigments in earthy tones (Reds, Browns) and vibrant yellows.
- Note: Vases are primarily for dry arrangements unless specific waterproof coating is requested.
Hand-Painted Cultural Dolls & Showpieces
Collection Types
- Cultural Figures: Raja-Rani (King & Queen) pairs, traditional wedding couples in regional attire, and Kathakali dancers.
- Thematic Sets: Musician ensembles (Tabla, Sitar, Veena players) and Dasara Doll collections (Pattada Gombe).
- Mythological: Dashavatara sets and Lord Hanuman figures.
Artistic Details
- Technique: Combines machine turnery for the base shape with manual miniature painting for fine details.
- Detailing: Facial features (eyes, mustache, bindi) and jewelry are hand-painted using fine brushes, unlike standard lathe-only toys.
- Specifications: Height ranges from 6 inches to 15 inches. Items feature heavy bases for stability.
- Packaging: Premium boxing with bubble wrap protection for transit safety.
About Channapatna Wooden Crafts
Our Legacy from Toy-Town
I’m carrying forward a four-generation legacy from Channapatna, our Gombegala Ooru (Toy-Town). My family has been part of this 200-year-old craft, and I’m here to keep it alive for the next generation. For me, it’s not just a business - it’s about sharing a piece of our tradition with you.
What Makes Our Crafts Stand Out
- All pieces are genuinely handmade by local artisans, each one a bit different from the next.
- We use Ivory wood (Aale mara) and finish with natural vegetable lacquers, so everything is non-toxic and safe for kids - no sharp edges, no chemical stuff.
- Our process is eco-friendly - we don’t waste material, and we respect nature at every step. You’ll find BIS-certified products, just for peace of mind.
Our Range
- Handcrafted Channapatna toys are our speciality: pull-along animals, colourful stackers, spinning tops, and Traditional Indian wooden dolls.
- There’s stuff for learning too, like dismantlable toys and whistles.
- Eco-friendly wooden gifts for home or office: pen holders, vases, kitchen accessories. If you need something special for corporate gifting, we do custom orders.
Beyond Just Products
When I took our craft online, our artisans were struggling. But now, over 500 of us work together. When you support us, you’re not only buying a piece of Indian heritage, you’re helping an entire community thrive. Bas, phir kya (That’s it, what more do you need)?
Meet your Expert
Bharath Art And Crafts
10 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Namaskara! We’re Bharath Art & Crafts, been around since 1955 - Channapatna’s own Gombegala Ooru. Four generations, all about wooden toys. Back then, things got tough, almost lost the art. In 2014, Suhel here put our craft online. Suddenly, our toys travelled everywhere - even White House, PM Modi. But honestly, the best part? We now support 500 artisan families. Our dream is to keep this tradition alive, no middlemen, just pure craft.
My Work
Handmade Channapatna Wooden Toys - We make toys using 200-year-old methods and organic vegetable dyes. Safe for kids and full of history.
Unique Corporate Gifts & Home Decor - Our ivory wood home decor and gifts are all handcrafted, traditional yet modern.
Toy-Making Workshops & Factory Tours - Join our Channapatna toy-making workshop, visit our factory, and get hands-on with artisans.
Supporting Local Artisans - Every purchase helps 500 families keep this beautiful craft alive. No middlemen, just direct support.