--- title: "Handcrafted Corporate Gifts & Decor | Varnam Craft Collective" description: "Discover sustainable corporate gifts rooted in 200-year-old Channapatna craft. From wooden desk accessories to meaningful gift sets, choose gifts with a story." canonical: https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/featured last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Handcrafted Corporate Gifts & Meaningful Decor Tribe Verified · Handcrafted by artisans in Channapatna By [Varnam Craft Collective](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective) · Stores in Bengaluru, Mysuru & Goa; Ships across India · ₹1,800 per set (estimate) Part of [Corporate Gifting](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/gallery) A look at our work that bridges 200-year-old Channapatna craft with modern workspaces. Here is a selection of pieces shaped by story, intent, and everyday function. ## Photos and videos - ![This handcrafted chess set is for the strategic thinkers in your team. It blends the 200-year-old toy craft of Channapatna with the intricate Lambadi embroidery of Tamil Nadu, creating a gift that speaks of heritage, elegance, and making the right moves in life and work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12a678bc-5ad3-44c8-90e6-547ada58dfc1) - [Video: Meet the women who are crafting change. In a field long dominated by men, this talented, smiling team runs the only women-led artisan unit of its kind in Channapatna, transforming a traditional craft with their skill and resilience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0759018d-db15-4fae-b050-4b1c0739e032) - [Video: Here is an example of a curated gift hamper we created for the speakers at a design conference. We can assemble a thoughtful collection of our handcrafted items in a beautiful wooden box, complete with a note about the craft and the artisans.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86567d6b-44df-4ce3-9c55-3b98762c4140) - ![This is our Bumbledore note holder, a playful yet functional companion for any workstation. Handcrafted in the Channapatna style, it adds a touch of joy and childlike wonder to the corporate desk, making it a perfect gift for colleagues and clients.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64cc7b34-f9a3-40a9-9bd0-b626afc5bf46) - [Video: A gift should be beautiful in both product and packaging. Here, we have paired soft cotton stoles with beautiful Bagru block prints, presented in a vibrant, reusable Channapatna wooden box that can be used as a storage jar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/786f3a00-8c56-4e0c-8786-421f85c4e767) - [Video: Remember your grandmother's Barni jars? We've reimagined that staple of the Indian kitchen into vibrant, airtight wooden jars. They are perfect for storing snacks or organizing a desk, adding a spark of color and nostalgia to any space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ec656e8-e768-475e-9ed7-6671397df3c2) - [Video: This is Hameed, a master artisan who has been with me from the very beginning. His pride and skill are woven into every piece he creates, from our classic toys to innovative new designs. When you choose our gifts, you support partners like him.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/286b80f3-1590-4d7e-86b3-8d4cdfe59c68) - [Video: Our popular Barni jars, reimagined as tealight holders, are perfect for festive occasions like Diwali. They are a simple, elegant way to light up a workspace or home, making for a thoughtful and eco-friendly festive gift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4c50e67f-f0fa-46ad-805c-075670201d70) ## About Featured We do not believe in gifts that end up in a drawer. Our pieces, from Bumbledore note holders to airtight Barni jars, are designed to be used daily while supporting a traditional craft. When you choose these, you are sharing a story of an artisan like Hameed or Pallavi, rather than just handing over a mass-produced product. At Varnam, we believe that design should whisper, not shout. Our corporate gifting philosophy is rooted in 'the joy of just enough.' We work with the traditional 200-year-old Channapatna lacquerware technique, using locally sourced Aale Mara wood and natural vegetable dyes. This ensures that every desk accessory or gift set is non-toxic, sustainable, and entirely safe for the office environment. ### Why these pieces work for teams When you select gifts from this collection, you are connecting your team to real people. Our artisans—like Pallavi, who runs her own workshop in Channapatna, or Hameed, who has been with us for 15 years—bring their skill and resilience to every turn of the lathe. We package these items in reusable kora pouches or sustainable wooden boxes, often including an insert that explains the heritage of the craft. It changes the conversation from 'what is this' to 'where did this come from.' Whether you need festive gifts for Diwali, an appreciation kit for a remote team, or a unique souvenir for a conference speaker, our approach remains the same. We prioritize functional design that brings warmth to a workstation, like our Barni jars, which serve as perfect organizers, or our strategy game sets that encourage a mindful break during the workday. We invite you to move away from plastic and embrace gifts that have a heartbeat. ## About Varnam Craft Collective We are Varnam. We started by dreaming of reviving old crafts and ended up spinning stories with wood and color. We don't have showrooms, we have homes, and our work is about keeping tradition alive in your modern office. [See all of Varnam Craft Collective's services](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective) ## More from Corporate Gifting by Varnam Craft Collective - [Desk & Office Companions](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/desk-office-companions) - [Kitchen & Dining Essentials](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/kitchen-dining-essentials) - [Games for Strategic Minds](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/games-for-strategic-minds) - [Our Signature Collections](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/our-signature-collections) - [Decorative & Festive Accents](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/decorative-festive-accents) - [Thoughtfully Curated Gift Sets](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/thoughtfully-curated-gift-sets) - [The Heart of the Craft: Our Artisans & Process](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/the-heart-of-the-craft-our-artisans-process) - [Our Story, Our Homes](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/corporate-gifting/our-story-our-homes) ## More services by Varnam Craft Collective - [Handcrafted Apparel & Accessories](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/handcrafted-apparel-accessories) - [Artisan Toys & Traditional Games](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/artisan-toys-traditional-games) - [Handcrafted Home Decor & Kitchenware](https://mytribe.in/varnam-craft-collective/handcrafted-home-decor-kitchenware) ## Similar work from other experts - [Soulful, Handcrafted Artful Gifting Solutions](https://mytribe.in/artbeatsbykeerthana/corporate-bulk-gifting/featured) by Artbeats by Keerthana · Corporate & Bulk Gifting · Based in Mumbai; Ships across India - [Our Signature Gift Collections](https://mytribe.in/giftsoflove.stores/corporate-gifting-solutions/featured) by Gifts of Love · Corporate Gifting Solutions · Ships across India; Visit stores in Gurugram - [Our Signature Handcrafted Gift Collections](https://mytribe.in/kottanzofficial/wedding-gifting-favors/featured) by Kottanz · Wedding Gifting & Favors · Store in Dooravani Nagar; ships across India and overseas - [Handcrafted Green Gifting Solutions for Every Occasion](https://mytribe.in/paudheseyaari/green-gifting-solutions/featured) by Paudhe Se Yaari · Green Gifting Solutions · Stores in Hyderabad & Bengaluru; Ships across India - [Featured Sustainable Home & Lifestyle Collection](https://mytribe.in/aslibamboo/sustainable-lifestyle-products/featured) by Asli Bamboo · Sustainable Lifestyle Products · Ships across India - [Personalised Merchandise and Photo Keepsakes](https://mytribe.in/arch_daminijain/personalized-merchandise/featured) by Arch · Personalized Merchandise · Store in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru ## Guides - [Corporate gifts and branded merchandise](https://mytribe.in/guides/corporate-gifts-and-branded-merchandise-in-bengaluru): Hampers, welcome kits and logo t-shirts for staff and clients: what each costs per person, how early to order, and the tax. 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