Handy Crafts

Housed on campus,the exhibition saw students dress up little tables to exhibit their works,all of which had a theme to it. Colourful buttons made their way into creations by Natasha Jain,whose collection was vintage-inspired. “I have worked with buttons,wires and ribbons to create earrings,cuffs and chokers,” explained Jain,who even had a range of handbags and clutches as part of her collection,all with her trademark button embellishments.

Fusing elements like wood,copper and silver was fellow student Sukriti Jain,whose work had a deliberately unfinished,raw edge to it. However,giving silver jewellery a more refined look was young designer duo Aashish Ahuja and Sahil Bahl. Titled D’Auraa,the two showcased contemporary designs set in beaten silver. 

Sveytaa Bhardwaj’s collection was a delight,thanks to her funky take on African jewellery. Bhardwaj worked on concepts like braiding and beading to put together a vibrant collection that in her own words is “happy and fun.” 

Fellow student Kiranjot Sagar’s collection,incorporating feathers and beads,was equally fun. “Feathers are an intrinsic part of my work,” mentioned the aspiring designer,who even had colourful shoes,brooches and earrings in psychedelic plumes in her collection.

As far as prices go,the designs are pocket-friendly: earrings start at as little as Rs 60 for a pair.

The exhibition is on till April 11. Timings are from 11 am to 5 pm.