Temple & Festive Terracotta Jewellery
Bring traditional divine motifs to your celebrations. Hand-painted in natural clay, these statement pieces are designed for festivals, weddings, and special occasions.
This artisanal necklace is a fusion of temple and stone jewelry styles. It features alternating Lakshmi charms and copper-colored stones, finished with black beads for a rustic, antique look.
Inspired by the grandeur of South Indian temple jewelry, this Mahalakshmi motif necklace is designed for special occasions. I use an antique gold finish and green accents to give it an authentic, ethnic feel.
This is another color variation of my Mahalakshmi temple necklace, featuring sea-green accents instead of dark green. The antique gold finish remains, giving it a classic, heirloom quality.
This elegant necklace features a horse motif, reminiscent of temple architecture. The combination of black and gold gives it a sophisticated and timeless appeal, perfect for pairing with silk sarees.
Celebrate the festive season with my Durga-themed long necklace. The pendant features a sculpted Durga face, and the chain is made of simple, circular beads, making the pendant the true centerpiece.
This is another one of my Durga-themed creations, perfect for the festive season. The large, ornate pendant features a sculpted Durga face, complemented by a chain of floral beads in black and gold.
On the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami, I created this Murli Manohar (Krishna) set. The pendant is intricately sculpted with an antique finish and adorned with red and green stones, paired with a two-layer bead chain.
This unique necklace features small, alternating Durga face motifs and green stone-like beads. It's a more subtle way to wear a festive piece, with beautiful detailing in each small charm.
A duplicate image showing the detail of the Durga motif choker necklace. The oxidized silver finish on the faces contrasts beautifully with the vibrant green beads.
Here is the red version of my Durga motif choker. The oxidized silver faces are paired with bright red beads, creating a classic and powerful look for any festive celebration.
About Temple & Festive Collection
These 3D relief sets are heavier and more rigid than my daily wear collection because I use thicker clay to sculpt the deity motifs. Because they sit firmly on the collarbone, handle them carefully when wearing—they are beautiful but they are baked clay, so they will break if dropped on a hard surface.
Crafted for Celebration
Sculpting deity faces like Durga, Mahalakshmi, and Shiva involves building up layers of clay to get that raised 3D effect. I finish these with metallic paints like antique gold, copper, and bronze to mimic the look of traditional temple jewellery without the heavy weight of metal.
Styling Your Look
Since these are statement pieces, they pair beautifully with silk sarees, especially during festivals like Durga Puja or Mahashivratri. The 'Hansli' style sets are designed to sit high and stable on the neck, so they stay in place while you are busy with puja or festivities.
Care & Customisation
While they are water-resistant due to the varnish, avoid spraying perfume directly on the painted motifs as it can dull the finish over time. Because I make these to order, if you have a specific festival or outfit colour in mind, let me know. I need about 5-7 days for production because the thick clay needs proper drying time before I can paint and varnish it to ensure durability.
Sajjita Terracotta
Hi, I'm Sajjita. My hands are always covered in clay and paint, and I love creating these pieces for your special days. I pour everything into these designs, hoping they make you feel as festive and special as the occasions you wear them for.
Looking for a specific festive look?
Tell me what you have in mind and I will help you find the right style.
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