Karachi: Amidst chaos and much created panic, rains on Friday cooled off weather for much anticipated and beautiful day at Bohemian Bazaar for Handmade hosted by The Crafter’s Guild. With over 100 participants, event was another feature to uplift and inspire community and advocate for Handmade.

Some brands worth mention amidst 95 percent participation by women include Cora Retail, footwear brand returning to The Crafter’s Guild Community. Faryal Sethi’s intricate embroidered pieces made fashion statements, while gorgeous home finds by Emme as well as Essiz made easy some hosting and decor. Jewellery brands like of Isil, Munio’s, Bareilly Bazaar and Sijil kept busy throughout day. Hold my Samosa created lots of conversations with its miniature decor and gifts while Mashriq by Fizza, Harusthetic and Portraits by Zuha called for interactive gifts and crafts.

Countess organisations were present to represent inclusion and celebrate diversity, including Inclusive Artisan Marketplace, Lehr by Karachi Down Syndrome Programme, Association of Deaf, in addition to works by RLCC, Kashmiri Handicrafts and women in community by Kiran Foundation. Maker’s Arena was also success with families flocking to create crafts with leather and activities to paint and play. Lego was also a pass time as children constructed and built as parents shopped.

Parents and grandparents were awed by spirit of Young Creatives aged 16. Beaming faces and giddy smiles created immense spirit of community as children showcased their crafts and sold their handmade products.

Munch Market kept foodies entertained with countless options. Popular at event were treats by Juniper Kitchens, Dough Rebellion, Khushi in Box, Picklenary, as well as Seasoned. Homemade Wholesome as always sold out its bestselling brownies while Khenjou set flavor for its Khao Suey. Chips and Dips, Springs, Pat’s and more kept grill going for savories while Ottimo kept lot of people happy serving ice cream. With Ramadhan nearing, event made its mark with activities to support upcoming initiatives including clothes drive and fundraising through Orange Tree Foundation for scholarships. Support from Jazz Cash, Magnus Communications and Skin White made event great success. While event is regular feature every spring, its impact on community has been immense particularly for Smile Sunshine. With focus on clothes drive and extending support to countless creatives across city, Bohemian has set pace for very best time of year and bringing together families in full festive spirit.

Published in The Daily National Courier, March, 05 2024

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