Swapna Nath was once living at Paripurnata, a half-way home for the psycho-social rehabilitation of women. She now goes there only when Mustard Seeds places orders for her wrapping paper.
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| Swapna picture on right block printing on a saree |
As part of its effort to offer some support to organizations addressing the problem of mental health for underprivileged people in Kolkata, this holiday season Mustard Seeds is once again selling beautiful handmade woodblock print wrapping paper made by Swapna. It offers her an income to help her become more independent now that she is back at home. We have some beautiful new colours and designs this year.
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| Even a small personal order will help us make this project work. |
Block printing is just one of the activities that make up Paripurnata's rehabilitation program, the women work alongside the teacher when they feel like doing this activity and try other handicrafts, etc. when they feel more inclined to do those.
You can purchase this handcrafted woodblock print wrapping paper (on unbleached paper) from Mustard Seeds by sending an email to: mseeds.maura@gmail.com. We can send abroad no problem ($1 per sheet + postage) and if you think you can sell it at a craft fair or other venue, let's discuss the possibilities by email. I ship by regular Indian mail and it takes about 2 weeks. I fold the pieces to send.
