--- title: "Quirky Wooden Decor & Handcrafted Stationery | Varnam Craft Collective" description: "Discover unique, functional wooden decor from Channapatna. From handcrafted animal pencil boxes to money banks, shop sustainable and quirky gifts for your home." canonical: https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/artisan-toys-traditional-games/quirky-functional-decor last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Quirky & Functional Wooden Decor from Channapatna Tribe Verified · Handcrafted by artisans in Channapatna, Karnataka. 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 believe everyday objects should spark joy. Our collection of animal-themed pencil boxes, money banks, and note holders brings playful, handcrafted Channapatna design right to your desk. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This set is buzzing with creativity. Our Bumbledore series is a testament to how innovation and design can reinvent a traditional toy craft. One inspired bee form leads to endless possibilities, from toys to functional objects like piggy banks and magnets.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/144c6b8f-a367-47c1-9b29-3f02d8d79954) - [Video: Meet Flappy, our little blue elephant who’s always in a good mood. Whether he’s a sharpener, a whistle, a coaster, or a piggybank, there’s a version of Flappy for everyone to chase the weekday blues away.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab7b2a8c-6a72-430d-be25-15c96207821a) - [Video: Have you met the new additions to our Tunti-Tuntas family? Meet Flappy the elephant, Pawston the tiger, Cuddles the panda, and more. These sharpener-whistles are naughty, nice, and full of character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf5f7360-bb3d-40c7-ae2e-76fcdd4c061e) - [Video: Saving physical money is a great habit for your young ones to nurture. We've expanded our popular piggy bank line beyond the Oinkstons to include a new series of fun and quirky animal money banks like Jumbo, Bugs Bunny, and Bumbledore.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6d205fa-2326-480d-acd1-b0e775260daf) - [Video: Catching on to the trend with these cute additions to our toy family. This quirky family of animal-themed money banks, including Cuddles the panda and Sheru the tiger, is already stealing hearts at our stores.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1099af0-0624-4c30-b4fd-8ea4ab3c12cd) - [Video: Our cute and quirky animal money banks are here to make saving fun. This video showcases the full range, perfect for teaching kids the value of money or for adding a playful touch to your desk.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/39a3a686-5c71-46e2-a0c8-068131df1085) - ![Our Flappy the Elephant money bank, a perfect example of how we've revitalized the Channapatna toy-making craft into stunning home and lifestyle products. It's both a toy and a tool for teaching savings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31ac1663-3ca9-4c0f-8616-b7700174de9a) - [Video: Meet our wise and wonderful wooden owl family, the Hootleys. These can be used as money banks or simply as charming decor pieces to watch over your home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/271dc746-e27d-468b-8f30-4e3a6ce4a852) - [Video: A customer interaction sparked the idea for these cute mini coloring pencil boxes. Each box comes with our own mini coloring booklet featuring our signature toy illustrations, making it a perfect therapeutic gift for kids and adults.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81d42564-ebfa-4a65-9e46-34c3fdaaa72e) - [Video: You may think these are only for kids, but coloring is one of the most therapeutic ways to release stress. Our new range of animal-themed color pencil boxes comes with pencils, a sharpener, and a custom coloring booklet.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f0eaf33-f632-4366-a8bc-c3c21039d441) - [Video: From our latest collection of color pencil boxes, this is the cute little blue elephant, Jumbo. It comes with a coloring booklet, a sharpener, and a kora potli, making it a perfect gift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/792e8798-0e45-446a-b9a1-70b9d878a4c5) - [Video: Joy is seeing new samples from your artisan. We all got super excited when Dilip dropped by with samples of our upcoming range of Tunti-Tuntas pencil boxes, featuring our beloved animal characters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ded25a2e-7af7-455a-964a-e95cc7fa0b33) - ![Our Cuddles the Panda pencil box is a great example of functional design. It's a playful way to store stationery and a beautiful handcrafted object in its own right.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed0da7e6-245b-41eb-bdca-c372817e7641) - [Video: Our Tunti-Tunta range of pencil box, sharpener, and whistle make a great gift combo set for party favors. They are quirky, colorful, and handcrafted with care in Channapatna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/625b8e6b-4ca1-4a69-88f3-c27b4ac56bd2) - [Video: Meet our Memory Mates. These little wooden animals, handcrafted in Channapatna, hold more than just notes. They hold memories, to-do lists, and photos, acting as your everyday cheer squad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6ee819d6-d320-4124-81c3-ba73f76cd58f) - [Video: Our evergreen Tunti-Tuntas are back with a new range of quirky note holders. The new additions include Bugs Bunny, Poh the Panda, Sheru the tiger, and more, perfect for keeping your messages and memories in sight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa5cc859-e604-423f-85d0-a9e49a5800db) - [Video: Discover a world of enchanting fauna at our stores. From delicate ceramic incense holders to handcrafted wooden toys and dangling trinkets, these beautiful creatures evoke a sense of wonder and make for great gifting options.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96197c4d-2e7f-429e-820c-ef69d3298210) - [Video: For our favorite season of the year, we've put together our classic Christmas ornaments. This range of knick-knack boxes and quirky table-top decor, from Rudolf to snowmen, are timeless wooden objects to cherish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d934ca5-8dd9-483f-9f58-b17639529392) - [Video: It’s that magical time of year when our colorful Channapatna toy family comes together to create a whimsical Christmas wonderland. Our handmade Christmas ornaments are little treasures meant to be passed down through generations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52e9be49-21e2-4396-bcfd-ff1416c537b9) - [Video: We were often asked for a classic Nativity set. Inspired by a vintage Scandinavian scene, this set comes with our signature Channapatna stamp of glossy warm colors and minimal design. It contains 16 handcrafted wooden pieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d50367b8-ffae-4fbe-b6fb-eb43123a4c11) - [Video: This collector’s Nativity set holds a special place in my heart. Creating this cohesive 16-piece collection required immense skill and precision from our artisans to ensure every piece fit perfectly within the box, which doubles as a shed.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd94647f-6e92-445e-95ba-aeadb762522d) - [Video: From the heart of God’s own country, crafted with love in Channapatna, this collector’s set is something to treasure this Onam. It blends the soul of Kerala with the skill of Karnataka, perfect for the festive season.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74a17d8f-c9bb-47fa-a6ad-ce1eb4cf81ab) - [Video: Onam Ashamshakal. This festive season, we celebrate with our special collection of stacking dolls inspired by the art forms of Kerala, including the Kathakali and Theyyam, handcrafted in Channapatna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9b12a5f-fc7a-4d34-b3e9-1748a47bca07) ## About Quirky & Functional Decor Our Tunti-Tuntas, like Flappy the elephant or Bumbledore the bee, are not just toys, they are functional companions for your workspace. Each piece is hand-turned by our artisan Hameed from medicinal Aale mara wood, then finished with non-toxic, lead-free lac colors. You will find they feel smooth and sturdy, designed to last far longer than mass-produced stationery, all while keeping your desk organized and your spirits high. Design does not have to be stiff to be professional. When I started creating this range, I wanted items that would actually make you smile on a chaotic Tuesday. From our Memory Mates, which hold photos and to-do lists, to our new series of pencil boxes, everything we turn on the lathe has a dual purpose. It is not just about aesthetics, it is about the revival of a 200-year-old tradition. Our artisans, like Hameed, who has been with us for 15 years, treat every block of Aale mara wood with immense care. We avoid synthetic chemicals, opting instead for natural lac dyes that are safe for hands of all ages. **Why we design this way:** * **Tactile Joy:** There is a specific, warm weight to handcrafted wood that plastic simply cannot replicate. * **Artisan Roots:** Every purchase directly supports the workshops in Channapatna, ensuring families like Pallavi's can continue their craft. * **Versatility:** These pieces move seamlessly from a child's study table to an adult's office desk. Whether you are saving coins in a Jumbo money bank or using a Hootley owl to hold a grocery note, you are participating in a conversation between hand and heritage. We do not just ship a product, we share a memory of the hands that shaped it. If you need a specific character for your home, reach out, I love knowing where our Tunti-Tuntas end up. ## About Varnam Craft Collective I am Karthik, and at Varnam, we believe your workspace should feel like home. We turn simple wood into playful characters, working closely with Channapatna artisans to ensure every piece has a story to tell. 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