A different kind of ‘handmade’

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Mudra is a Sanskrit word meaning gesture. Hand gestures are a major part of India’s cultural heritage, especially in the performing arts. Dance forms can differ from one another solely based on subtly varied hand gestures. Gestures also play a large role in Yoga, because of the various pressure points on and around the palm. Karan Singh Gandhi celebrates this age old art with the Mudra bench. Designed to reflect upon our ever-expressive hands, the Mudra bench is a beautiful wooden art-piece.

The body (made of Baltic birch) almost floats in air, resting atop virtually invisible metal rods. The rods, when noticed, guide the eye back to the wooden structure. Designed with the intent to inspire a meditative spirit, the Mudra bench itself looks like a symbol of nirvana!

Designer: Karan Singh Gandhi

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This Bag’s Got Swag!

The Swag Bag is a modular backpack that promises to protect your gear come rain, snow or shine. You can safely tuck in your MacBook, iPad, Nook or books and not worry about the elements, because this Swag is crafted from silicone and fitted with waterproof zippers. The best part is that in case you drop it, your gadgets inside are completely safe and cushioned from the impact.

Another bright side is the modular functionality. The backpack is multi-purpose, with interchangeable interior capsules, so you can carry your gadgets or make an easy switch to your gym gear capsule and hit the gym. The photography capsule comes with dedicated spaces to keep your camera and lenses safe. Essentially it’s a backpack for anyone and everyone, and if you think this Swag is just what you need, then you are in luck, its up at Quirky for voting. Who knows your casting vote could turn this concept to reality and spread some more cheers!

Designer: Karan Singh Gandhi

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Generation X

The Gear – X Watch Concept is a take on retro steampunk styling. I love it for its skeletonized dial that showcases the movement so aptly. Designed as a unisex watch, I can imagine it being worn by me more than my husband. The ample dial and case size is perfect and it’s definitely worth seeing how a manufacture would develop this watch’s movement.

Designer: Karan Singh Gandhi

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