Handcrafted Lambani Tribal Craft Jewellery - Aikya Mala

Handcrafted Lambani Tribal Craft Jewellery - Aikya Mala. Bold, hand-wrapped cotton beads in vermilion and crimson are rhythmically interspersed with hand-polished white metal forms—evoking both fire and calm. Each bead carries the rhythm of Lambani needlework lending an artisanal strength to this neckpiece for both festive and contemporary dressing. Lambanis, traditionally a nomadic community from Karnataka, are celebrated for their distinctive textile art, embroidery, and jewellery-making traditions. Their craft is rich in symbolism, colour, and detail. From mirror-work and patchwork textiles to handcrafted silver jewellery, their creation carries their migratory past and spiritual beliefs. Historically traders and transporters, Lambanis developed a unique aesthetic using craft as a form of identity and preservation. Today, their artistry, especially among the women, is a living archive of folklore, nature, and heritage, passed down through generations and kept alive through community-based artisan clusters.