--- title: "Behind the Scenes: Custom Gifting Process in Mumbai" description: "Discover the creative process behind Kalakari Gifts. From personalized hampers to luxury corporate giveaways, see how we craft magic in our Mumbai studio." canonical: https://mytribe.in/kalakari_gifts/event-supplies-favors/behind-the-scenes-my-kalakari-journey last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Behind the Scenes: The Kalakari Process Tribe Verified · Mumbai studio, shipping gifts worldwide By [Kalakari](https://mytribe.in/kalakari_gifts) · Ships across India; Studio at Mahalakshmi, Mumbai · ₹450 per piece (estimate) Part of [Event Supplies & Favors](https://mytribe.in/kalakari_gifts/event-supplies-favors). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/kalakari_gifts/event-supplies-favors/gallery) You see the perfect, pastel-wrapped gifts. Here is the creative chaos that happens before the ribbon is tied. ## Photos and videos - [Video: That "small business" feeling hits differently when you've built it from scratch. Here’s a glimpse of the happy chaos of packing festive orders in my workshop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1afd8215-00d7-4a79-ae7b-dbf8cb5e5c25) - [Video: Some people told me, "Tumhara business nahi chalega" (Your business won't work). But I turned that risk into my reality. This video is a little reminder of my journey, shipping orders from my small business in Mumbai to clients all across India and the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86b3980f-851a-41ad-87c2-5187c77cc987) - [Video: This is what happens when you accidentally open a gifting owner's phone gallery. It's an endless scroll of product shots, behind-the-scenes videos, and my team hard at work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/779ce03a-5feb-43f8-8def-f26f7ee51945) - [Video: What makes my hampers unique? This video shares the top 5 reasons to choose Kalakari, including my personal touch, premium quality, elegant designs, and worldwide shipping.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b595b98-31f8-4e1e-af53-4f5158d34da4) - [Video: Creating chaos in the name of love. Behind every perfect gift lies a little mess, and this video gives you a sneak peek into the magic and hard work that goes into every order.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c7f2949-57f2-4380-881a-2655732dfc5e) - [Video: Step into my creative process as I curate the ultimate gift hamper. This video shows my hands at work, carefully assembling jars and labels for a large order.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc1c1aac-4212-4914-95f6-e4e9c1f3ddfb) - [Video: I asked ChatGPT to turn my hampers into a Studio Ghibli animation, and this is the whimsical result. It perfectly captures the magic I try to put into every gift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4c89dba-d899-4437-a456-ef7afb1c36bc) ## About Behind the Scenes: My Kalakari Journey It is not just about picking items. When you order a hamper, I am personally working on vinyl decals, color-matching shredded paper fillers, and heat-transferring initials to make sure your gift does not just look good but feels like 'you.' Every box packed in my Mumbai studio follows that same logic—whether it is one piece or a bulk corporate order. People see the final, glossy photos, but the reality involves a lot of trial, error, and late nights in my Mahalakshmi studio. When I started Kalakari, plenty of people told me, 'Tumhara business nahi chalega' (your business won't work). I ignored the noise and focused on the details. My process is simple but messy. I source reusable wooden crates and rigid magnetic boxes, then obsess over the perfect satin ribbon and floral placement. Whether I am applying a vinyl decal to a tumbler or packing a festive dry fruit tray, the goal is always the same: keep it personal. If you are planning a corporate event or a wedding, you get the same attention. I handle everything from bulk supplies to live personalization at pop-ups. I do not just ship a box; I make sure the unboxing experience matches the aesthetic you want. If you have a specific vibe in mind—whether it is minimalist pastel or heavy gold festive—tell me. I can make it happen, even if it means a bit of creative chaos to get there. ## About Kalakari I am the one behind the creative chaos at Kalakari. I started this in Mumbai when everyone said it wouldn't work, and now I pour that same stubborn love into every hamper that leaves my studio. If you are looking for gifts that actually mean something, you are in the right place. 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