THE SPIRIT OF MELA
Mela means "festival" in Sanskrit—a celebration of color, joy, and tradition. At Mela Artisans, we believe in spreading the beauty of handmade products globally to give back to traditional communities. We want to strengthen connections between artisans and buyers and encourage people to support responsible purchasing.
WHY WE EXIST
Craft isn’t just about objects – it’s about people, stories, and traditions that have stood the test of time. Through our products, we aim to educate the world about the wealth of craftsmanship across Asia and Africa.
WHAT WE RALLY FOR
We aim to build meaningful connections between makers and consumers by curating stories that transform home purchases into something more beautiful and meaningful.
HOW WE AIM TO DISRUPT
We create lasting change by encouraging our consumers to embrace mindful buying—shifting from simply owning to truly understanding, and from having to learning.
NAVROZE S.MEHTA
We discover India’s finest artisans, blending their craftsmanship with contemporary style and our design vision to create vibrant, unique home décor. Partnering with over 3500 artisans all over India, our mission is to empower these makers through lasting, meaningful partnerships, celebrate the richness of heritage crafts, and drive social impact that resonates far beyond the workshop.
SONALI MEHTA RAO
Passionate about bridging cultures through design, Sonali champions handcrafted excellence and social impact. She works closely with artisan communities, ensuring that every piece tells a story of skill, heritage, and authenticity while creating meaningful economic opportunities.
Our STORIES
We thrive on discovering the best artisans from India and creating collections that blend their expertise with our design vision. We have partnered with more than 3500 artisans all over India, and our mission is to empower them through long-term business partnerships.
Learn MoreOUR IMPACT
WE CREATE OPPORTUNITIES THAT BENEFIT EVERYONE, LOCALLY & GLOBALLY.
