Our recent work with Creative Dignity and Tarasha ( A Titan Initiative), involved working on the Silver Filigree of Karimnagar. learning and experiences all the way from Telangana, India. 
This was supported by the teams of Crafts Council of Telangana and Creative Dignity. The project led by Saumya Pankaj, Founder of The India Craft Project - started with a fly on the wall, understanding people, processes and challenges faced by the artisans. 
We then started with design and visualisation workshops with the women of Filigree, learning local concepts, developing on those and executing those into the craft for Filigree while understanding trends.
The project continues as a mentorship but some key tangible outcomes were a jewellery collection, big and small ones, developing on existing designs and adding collateral for maintenance and silver certification as part of their product packaging to establish trust with the potential buyers.
TICP x Hoshiarpur Wood Inlay
The art of wood inlay from Hoshiarpur has been shaped over centuries, evolving from the ateliers of the Mughal courts to contemporary homes while preserving its remarkable precision and discipline. Defined by intricate patterns and meticulous craftsmanship, every piece reflects a tradition where patience and skill are at the heart of the making process.
Each design is carefully built by hand. Individual pieces of wood, bone, resin, or other inlay materials are cut, placed, and finished with extraordinary precision, creating surfaces that are as enduring as they are intricate. What appears delicate is, in reality, the result of generations of technical mastery.
Today, this timeless craft finds new expression through objects designed for hosting, gifting, and everyday living - bringing heritage into contemporary spaces with quiet elegance.
TICP x Bidri
This Bidri piece draws inspiration from the understated elegance of Deccan metalcraft, where everyday objects were shaped with a careful balance of form, function, and craftsmanship. Rather than relying on elaborate ornamentation, its character emerges through proportion, silhouette, and the quiet precision of handwork.
The making of Bidriware begins long before the silver is introduced. A zinc-rich alloy is first cast and shaped by hand, after which intricate recesses are engraved into the surface. Pure silver wire or sheet is then carefully hammered into these grooves, creating a seamless bond between the two metals. Its restrained geometry allows the material contrast to take centre stage. The deep matte-black finish is achieved through Bidar's centuries-old blackening process, where a unique soil-based treatment reacts with the zinc-rich alloy while leaving the silver untouched.
The result is a striking interplay of darkened metal and luminous silver - an expression of a craft tradition that has been refined over generations. Designed for contemporary use yet crafted with the material integrity of a collectible object, this piece brings the enduring legacy of Bidriware into everyday life.