Featured Hand-Painted Decor and Personalized Gifts
Welcome to my personal gallery. Here, I have collected my most cherished handcrafted pieces, from traditional Marathi calendars to custom-painted nameplates that bring warmth to your home.
This is one of my favorite creations, a large, hand-painted Marathi month calendar. Each square represents a month with its unique cultural symbol, making it a colorful and meaningful piece of home decor.
Come take a quick tour of my stall at the Pandit Farms exhibition in Pune. You can see a wide variety of my handcrafted gifts, from spiritual frames and wall decor to our popular magnets. It's always a joy to share my work with you.
This is a close-up of a traditional 'Khan' fabric nameplate, a popular choice for adding a touch of Maharashtrian elegance to a home's entrance. I can customize the names, colors, and even add symbols like a Ganesh or a meditating figure.
For Raksha Bandhan, I created these special sibling-themed magnets. They feature cute illustrations and heartfelt quotes, making them a perfect, personal gift to celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters.
I love creating gifts for milestone celebrations. This custom photo collage frame was designed for a 50th birthday, and it was wonderful to see it displayed so beautifully in the client's home.
Here I am with a large, 24-inch 'Vadani Kaval' wall hanging, custom-made for a client in the US. This traditional Marathi prayer for mealtime looks beautiful in a dining area and brings a sense of gratitude to the home.
For me, painting is therapy. This is a quiet moment of me adding the final hand-painted details to a piece. Every brushstroke is filled with care, making each item truly one-of-a-kind.
I was truly humbled and honored to receive the MSME Star Award. This recognition for my work as a self-made entrepreneur means the world to me and is a testament to the love and support from all of you.
About Featured
Every piece you see here starts as a blank piece of MDF in my studio, which I then prime, hand-paint, and finish with personal details like custom names or specific dates. Whether you are looking for a small 3-inch magnet for a return gift or a large custom wall plaque, I handle the painting myself to ensure it carries that personal touch. If you have a specific color palette or quote in mind, message me, and we can start creating your piece today.
My creative process is my therapy. When you order from Novel Ideas, you are not getting a mass-produced item; you are getting something I have spent hours painting and refining.
What You Will Find Here
- Personalized Keepsakes: From mini charms starting at ₹65 to premium shadow boxes for wedding milestones, I focus on the details—whether it is a photo collage frame for a 50th birthday or a magnet with a quirky quote.
- Maharashtrian Roots: My work often celebrates our culture. You will see this in my 'Khunn' fabric background frames and traditional Marathi month calendars that brighten up any room.
- Customization: If you need a specific size, like the 24-inch 'Vadani Kaval' wall hanging I recently made for a client in the US, I can scale my designs to fit your wall.
Why My Clients Keep Coming Back
It is not just about the product; it is about the story. Whether it is a Mundavlya frame for a new bride or a return gift for a family gathering, I ensure every order is packed with care. I am based in Borivali, Mumbai, but I ship my handcrafted art to homes all over India. If you have an idea for a gift or need decor that feels like home, let's talk.
Novel Ideas by Anila
Hi, I am Anila Dike. I started with just 10 products and a whole lot of passion, and today, I am grateful to have helped over 10,000 of you add a little heart to your homes. Every brushstroke you see in this collection is mine.
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