At Bengaluru’s Festival of Handmade at NIFT, over 180 artisans showcased crafts that took days, not seconds, to create.

From crochet and block prints to jewelry and food, the event brought together 10,000+ handmade products under one roof.

Organised by A Hundred Hands, the festival supports livelihoods of over 13,000 artisans across India.

In the age of AI, the event highlights why handmade craft remains relevant, valuable, and human.