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description: "Discover Handmade Ceramics by Malvika—quirky pottery, memory-inspired illustration, and creative workshops. Embrace imperfect craft and order custom, heartfelt pieces today."
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# Malvika

I am a potter and artist, pouring my love for memories, nature, and poetry into handmade ceramics and illustrations. My work is a celebration of slow craft and the beauty found in imperfection.

## Services

### [Hand-Embroidered Accessories](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/hand-embroidered-accessories)

Ships across India

Typically ₹600-1,500 per badge (estimate)

- [Video: This is for the old souls and kindred spirits who still find magic in writing and receiving letters. I wanted to create a piece that felt like a secret message, a little love note you can wear on your sleeve. This hand-embroidered envelope badge is a tribute to that feeling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a2b850f-5a8d-491c-9ff2-2b1e863715f6)
- ![As a book lover myself, I had to create something for my fellow readers. I've placed these 'Book Club' badges right where they belong, among some of my favorite stories. It’s the perfect embroidered pin to add a literary touch to your jacket or tote bag.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f0c19578-550a-4c91-9e8e-a5e855a64b75)
- ![For all the plant parents, this one is for you. I really enjoyed adding the little details to this embroidered plant badge, from the texture of the leaves to the tiny beaded tassel that gives it a bit of movement. It’s a simple way to carry a little green with you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22219f6c-007f-4f65-bb56-50b73331b572)
- ![I love finding inspiration in nature. These little hand-embroidered ladybug badges felt so cheerful sitting on a fiddle leaf fig leaf. It’s a whimsical accessory that brings a small, happy detail to your day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17bf11f6-cd52-49ff-9e2e-e2503651bbca)
- ![My day doesn't really start until I've had my coffee, and I know I'm not alone. I stitched these 'Coffee Time' badges to celebrate that cozy, essential ritual. They are a perfect little wearable art piece for any coffee enthusiast.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f94e02d1-4dda-4dbb-9ba0-80482c19025a)
- [Video: People often ask how these are made, so here is a little glimpse. This timelapse shows the slow, careful process of hand-stitching, but in reality, it's many hours of focused work. Each stitch is part of the story and the 'mehenat' I pour into my art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/01265897-9a1c-488e-b2f5-cb30f94a5991)
- ![Sometimes I trade my needle and thread for clay. These quirky cat badges are hand-built and painted ceramic pieces, each with its own funny little expression. They are a fun alternative to my embroidered work for all the cat lovers out there.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13963ddc-f3a4-4412-a010-b497fd548f83)

### [Handmade Pottery & Ceramics](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/handmade-pottery-ceramics)

Ships across India

Typically ₹400-6,000 per piece (estimate)

- ![This is a piece from my 'Houses on Cliff' series, a collection that is very close to my heart. It’s inspired by my travels to the *pahad* (mountains), trying to capture the feeling of a quiet home nestled in nature. This ceramic art piece functions as a unique vase, perfect for holding wildflowers and memories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e871a4a1-d24e-4cd7-85cb-a26d9f609d4d)
- [Video: The sgraffito technique is one of my favorites. It involves carving through a layer of colored slip to reveal the clay body underneath. It’s a slow, meditative process, and I love how it allows me to draw my floral and nature-inspired designs directly onto the pottery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e1d11d1-4d6b-4abb-aec1-10cd1ce9fa76)
- ![Meet one of my little animal friends. I create these whimsical trinket bowls to hold your tiny treasures. This one features a hand-sculpted fox, ready to keep your rings and earrings safe. It's a small piece of functional art to bring a little joy to your dresser.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51bd7bb7-410c-40ff-8a13-bb4d6cf1f532)
- [Video: This is where it all begins. Just me, the clay, and the wheel. There's a certain peace I find in this motion, in centering the clay and giving it form. It’s a reminder to live every minute and find joy in the process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae72e1d9-6425-4b52-a0df-ab8e8a3e1d68)
- ![A little bit of wearable art to show your personality. These hand-painted ceramic cat badges are quirky, cute, and each one has a slightly different expression. They are perfect for pinning on a jacket or a bag.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13963ddc-f3a4-4412-a010-b497fd548f83)
- [Video: The big reveal! My studio goes from clean and quiet to a happy mess after a kiln opening. It’s always emotional to see how the glazes have transformed, which pieces survived, and which ones have new, unexpected quirks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4c65ab83-6bcc-4a4f-a82e-7fb98877c912)
- ![In pottery, things break. It’s a part of the process. This piece, a small ceramic polaroid with a mountain view, cracked right in half. It’s a lesson in learning to let go of perfection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45b0844c-da66-49dd-9c04-b7526f995561)
- ![But sometimes, broken things can be fixed. I used the Japanese art of kintsugi to mend this piece, highlighting the crack with gold. It tells a new story now, one of resilience and finding beauty in imperfection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e47a7bd-b97b-447b-ba68-ceb1b073c68c)
- [Video: A little hello from me, Malvika. In this video, I share a bit about my journey and what inspires my work. I believe every piece I make carries a story, and I'm so excited to share them with you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8079f653-c2e3-46fd-86f0-bcfffd63b66f)

### [Illustration & Art Prints](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/illustration-art-prints)

Ships across India

Typically ₹1,200-6,000 per artwork (estimate)

- ![This illustration from the movie 'Tamasha' is very close to my heart. I believe we all have the power to rewrite our own stories, and this piece, with its vibrant colors and Devanagari lettering, is a reminder of that. It's available as a high-quality art print for your space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bf7376f-35d1-4941-a61b-0fdfac53d932)
- ![I often return to the mountains in my paintings. This watercolor piece captures the feeling of a clear day in the Himalayas, with layers of pink and green hills under a vast blue sky. It’s a moment of peace, painted from memory and available as a print.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9324a35-6ad4-4723-9ffa-01858c892511)
- ![Part of my surreal dream series, this illustration explores how books can be a secret door to another world. I used a mix of detailed pen art and a splash of color to show that escape into imagination, where a river of dreams flows right out of a window.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/46a739a6-33e4-4bb3-8009-20a093715b20)
- [Video: Poetry often inspires my animated illustrations. This piece brings a beautiful Hindi poem by Sarveshwar Dayal Saxena to life against a dreamy, moonlit sky. The gentle movement of the clouds and the flowing Devanagari script create a moment of calm reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1034aa8c-5ede-4dfb-8d4b-ddb6e45122da)
- ![The movie 'Anand' taught us that life should be big, not long. This digital illustration captures the iconic characters and that profound message with hand-drawn typography. It’s a piece of cinematic history, perfect for anyone who loves classic Bollywood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7228490e-a155-4f7b-8dc2-6058429ec821)
- ![Some of my art is just a page from my memory book. This digital painting is about the simple, happy memory of my nani peeling oranges in the winter sun. It’s these small, personal moments that I love turning into illustrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf50e554-23ba-4e78-b2e5-615142322545)
- [Video: A quick look at my 2023 desk calendar, filled with twelve of my favorite mountain paintings. Each month features a different landscape, from snowy peaks to lush green valleys, bringing a bit of nature to your workspace all year round.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70323848-06a5-4fa1-8bad-2943a52b56c7)
- [Video: A little hello from me. In this video, I talk about my journey as a potter and artist, and how I love bringing elements of nature into my work. It’s a peek into my world and the passion behind every piece I create.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8079f653-c2e3-46fd-86f0-bcfffd63b66f)

### [Pottery Workshops](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops)

Workshops at studio in Delhi NCR

Typically ₹1,000-4,000 per person per session (estimate)

- [Video: This is my happy place, at the wheel, shaping clay. In my workshops, you'll learn how to center the clay and feel it transform in your hands. It’s a lesson in focus and living in the moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae72e1d9-6425-4b52-a0df-ab8e8a3e1d68)
- [Video: There is nothing more joyful than watching kids discover pottery. Our 'Play with Clay' sessions are all about getting messy, unleashing creativity, and making memories. Look at those happy, clay-covered hands!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c510259e-0bac-41d6-b65e-53c32c8fa899)
- [Video: Sgraffito is one of my favorite techniques, where we carve designs into the clay's surface. This video shows the satisfying process of revealing the pattern underneath. It's a way to etch your own story onto your piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e1d11d1-4d6b-4abb-aec1-10cd1ce9fa76)
- ![This piece, "Broken But...", captures the heart of my philosophy. In pottery, as in life, things break. We learn to embrace these imperfections, seeing the beauty in them rather than flaws.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45b0844c-da66-49dd-9c04-b7526f995561)
- [Video: From flat slabs of clay to a whimsical house sculpture, this is what you can create in a hand-building workshop. It’s amazing to see an idea come to life, and the smile at the end says it all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b43fa58-5388-4425-8702-ccd923dde89f)
- [Video: Trimming gives a piece its finished foot, but sometimes you get lost in the process and go a little too far. It happens! We call it a learning moment, and it’s a reminder not to take things too seriously.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/258c0690-34ea-47b3-aeb3-a8c6370862ea)
- [Video: A quick hello from me, Malvika. I love bringing elements of nature into my work and sharing the constant learning process that is pottery. I'm excited to share this journey with you at a workshop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8079f653-c2e3-46fd-86f0-bcfffd63b66f)

## Meet your expert

### My story

Ten years in, and I still don’t know if I’m at the start or somewhere in the middle. Handmade by Malvika is me, losing and finding myself, painting memories—like my nani peeling oranges in winter sun, or my mother’s tiny garden. I grew up loving big vases, now I chase small joys. I sketch movies so the endings never come. My art is a jumble of Spiti houses, Tirthan valleys, and all the feelings I can’t say out loud.

### My work

- **Handmade Visual Art**: I make quirky ceramic vases, trinket bowls, planters, and wearable art badges inspired by mountains and poetry.
- **Memory-Inspired Illustration**: My digital illustrations and pottery often blend places and moments from my own memories.
- **Imperfect, Slow Craft**: Everything’s handmade, so expect uneven shapes and colors—each piece is jigar ka tukda, and I love the flaws.
- **Workshops & Commissions**: I host workshops for kids and adults, and take custom orders if you want something personal.
- **For Old Souls**: If you love slow days, bookstores, and things made with stories, you’ll feel at home with my work.