--- title: "Varnam Craft Collective: Discover Our Handcrafted Homes in India" description: "Explore Varnam’s unique stores in Bangalore, Mysore, and Goa. We don’t have stores, we have homes where Indian craft heritage comes alive. Experience our handcrafted collection in person." canonical: https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/artisan-toys-traditional-games/a-glimpse-into-our-homes last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # A Glimpse into Our Homes Tribe Verified · Physical homes in Bangalore, Mysore, Goa. By [Varnam Craft Collective](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective) · Stores in Bengaluru, Mysuru & Goa; Ships across India · ₹2,650 per set (estimate) Part of [Artisan Toys & Traditional Games](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/artisan-toys-traditional-games). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/artisan-toys-traditional-games/gallery) We don’t have stores; we have homes. Across Bangalore, Mysore, and Goa, we have built spaces that celebrate heritage, craft, and design. Step inside, leave the rush behind, and let our work tell you a story. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Our stores are a reflection of our ethos. Our Goa store, housed in a 150-year-old Indo-Portuguese home, honors its rich history while celebrating craft and design. We hope you feel the passion that has gone into creating this space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abe747a3-52a9-4d3a-a535-f2014dc91d44) - [Video: Someone told me I have beautiful stores. I smiled and said, "We don’t have stores, we have homes." Our Goa home, housed in a 150-year-old villa, is a space that celebrates craft, heritage, and design. We just want you to feel at home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2ebd48d3-b33e-4126-a735-a9461f26d763) - ![Every Varnam store feels like home, and that's no coincidence. When we found this beautiful Indo-Portuguese villa in Sangolda, we knew we had found our next home. We wanted to create a space you can enjoy and wander through.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f45a486e-be2d-455b-97a0-e2b733eb2b68) - [Video: A few months ago, I stumbled upon this charming 150-year-old Goan villa. It was a heartfelt mission to breathe life back into this beautiful home. Today, it stands renewed and ready to tell its next chapter as the new home for Varnam.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f6e15fe3-9040-48e1-b29e-bcb1775258b1) - ![Welcome Home. A look at the exterior and interior of our Goa store, a space carefully chosen for its energy and greenery. We want you to experience it holistically through its welcoming sights, sounds, and smells.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f82e735b-be0b-42f9-a379-65d6b3357c08) - [Video: In every weave, a story is told. Step inside our Goa store, nestled within a 150-year-old Goan home, where Indo-Portuguese roots gently roam. It's a haven of beauty, timeless and bright.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76610471-5592-47e7-beb3-a81271996aaf) - [Video: Our journey began with Channapatna craft, and now we work with incredible craft clusters across India. At our new Goa store, every item is personally curated or custom-designed, staying true to my love for whimsical and functional design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f886fb7-d628-48e8-97e6-60cec5fc43bb) - [Video: We are excited to announce that Varnam has found a new home in Goa at the amazing Museum of Goa (MOG). You can now find some of our all-time bestsellers at their museum shop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a149d4be-6607-47c5-9b23-5eaa7aa8db45) - [Video: We often get asked why we have physical stores. Handcrafted traditions are meant to be felt and held. Our Mysore store was a heartfelt decision to support our artisans and create a space of warmth, pride, and belonging.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71aa2ec8-6cde-4dbf-9ad3-50f3d7141030) - [Video: Our Mysore store is in full bloom after the rains. In just over a year, we’re grateful for the love from Mysoreans and tourists alike. If you haven't visited us yet, we're just down the road from the iconic Sapa Bakery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22adb867-c71b-497f-8ab3-f1fea6b24543) - [Video: Good neighbors form the heart of any community. We couldn’t have asked for a kinder welcome to Mysore than the one we received from Dina at Sapa Bakery. Together, we’re nurturing a little ecosystem of creativity and collaboration in Gokulam.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/577cc35b-2329-45dd-b878-75ab43ad58cc) - [Video: Opening a new store in a new city comes with nerves. While setting up our Mysore store, I kept noticing a beautiful cafe next door. One evening, Arjun from Roy's Cafe walked in, and just like that, a neighbor became a friend.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ca8e8b1-68a2-47d1-9bec-c403ce727afa) - [Video: Mysore, here we come. A short clip announcing our arrival in Mysore in June 2023. We hope it receives as much love as our other stores and helps turn the story around for our artisan family.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b320fd78-9879-4564-9309-b502a08fcca5) - ![Announcing the opening of our new store in Mysore. The Basavas are in Mysuru! We would love to see you at our new home in Gokulam Park Road.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/395de1cf-c368-4291-b73e-ade6abd6e7d0) - [Video: Our Indiranagar store is a little home full of wonder, set in a cozy 1970s house. From hand-carved wooden toys to block-printed wearables, every corner is a burst of color and joy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c1864e7-e978-4e1f-b88c-84ffa865a670) - [Video: A look inside one of the few independent craft-based stores in Indiranagar, Bangalore. We are not resellers but producers and creators with a strong focus on design in craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70d05517-2550-47c7-95e7-9686d9df072e) - [Video: Welcome to our Jayanagar store, a little gem nestled amidst the lush green lanes of old Jayanagar 5th Block. We love the sense of community here, with neighbors often dropping by for a quick shopping spree.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c31deebe-00dd-45a9-82f2-77c0f426b28f) - [Video: We are so glad to have another beautiful home in Jayanagar. We had shut our previous store during COVID, but people kept enquiring. This new space is in the center of Jayanagar with ample parking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3445188f-b67a-4824-ad6f-c74fef482e81) - [Video: The Varnam stores have always had a home-like feel. I have tried to avoid the typical showroom feel. A huge part of that is creating a welcoming garden, like this beautiful one at our new Jayanagar store.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b42103d-4562-4adc-8dfb-2e4fe6fbc01c) - [Video: A quick tour of our new Jayanagar store. When people walk in, they are surprised to see a representation of so many other crafts besides Channapatna. Everything has a Varnam touch in terms of design and curation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb4d54e3-c22a-41dc-9bc3-8dba62b0280c) - [Video: Restoring antique pieces is always an exciting journey. These two beautiful teakwood pillars from Mysore now occupy a place of pride at our Bangalore, Indiranagar store, adding to its unique character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17411189-1ca3-4c1e-a6f0-951a17687b6f) - [Video: Lilies are the heart and soul of all our stores. Our lily ponds have become a signature touch, creating a dreamy vibe for the shopping experience. We love seeing our customers strike a pose by them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a0d397b-74ca-4373-a7ac-5261af5b5dd0) - [Video: The KULA Enclave installation we created was inspired by a beautiful monstera-adorned branch I saw at a flower shop. This led to one of our most satisfying stall and installation designs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b93aee2-834a-49ed-b4ba-5d1bd1d770da) - [Video: This installation, "Where Have The Birds Gone?", is an ode to the sparrows that were once the soul of this city. It celebrates how the Channapatna craft, like these birds, can adapt into newer forms while retaining its essence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a97e571b-0cdc-4c62-8070-610193a996b9) - [Video: A glimpse of our stall at the KUTEERA exhibition organized by the Crafts Council of Karnataka. It was a cozy setting with a curation of the finest crafts from across India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0ab225d-930f-4d28-82bb-5f5fd730e83e) - [Video: A decade of madness and joy. On July 3rd, 2014, Varnam opened its first official store. Today, we complete 10 years in retail. Thank you to everyone who has supported our stores through thick and thin.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb2b023f-47d5-4383-940c-173eecd053c5) ## About A Glimpse into Our Homes When you walk into any of our spaces, you will not be chased by sales targets or pushy pitches. Our team is here to share the history of our artisans and the traditional techniques behind the wood and weaves. We want you to wander, touch, and feel the craft at your own pace, exactly as you would in your own living room. Our spaces are an extension of the craft itself. We believe that handcrafted traditions are meant to be felt and held, which is why we built physical homes instead of standard showrooms. In Indiranagar, Bangalore, we are nestled within a cozy 1970s house, while our Goa home is a 150-year-old Indo-Portuguese villa in Sangolda. In Mysore, our Gokulam space is a vibrant part of the neighborhood, where we collaborate with local gems like Sapa Bakery to nurture a true community. Each location is chosen for its energy, greenery, and potential to feel warm and welcoming rather than commercial. When you visit, you are not just a customer. You are a guest in a space that honors heritage with a modern touch. Whether you are exploring our Channapatna toys, block-printed apparel, or unique home decor, you will find that these spaces are designed to make you pause, smile, and perhaps reconnect with a memory. We invite you to drop by, take your time, and experience the passion that fills every corner of our homes. ## About Varnam Craft Collective I am Karthik. I believe craft should not be a line item on a spreadsheet, but something that has space to breathe. That is why I have poured my heart into these homes, keeping them filled with stories, not just products. 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