About Hastshilp

Hastshilp is a small family run UK-based business, run by Aadil and Megan. Our bespoke designs are drawn by hand in our UK-based studio, and then sent over to our partner team in India to be brought to life. All our products are handmade in a small town in Northern India, where Aadil is originally from, by a family whose skills have been passed down through generations. We work on a small scale with independent artisans who work from their own shops and homes. Ramu works alongside his son and a team of other local artisans, skilfully handcrafting each item with the traditional process of cane craftsmanship. By working independently with us, Ramu and his team are able to earn a more than fair wage of living, creating a secure life and future for their families. Keeping a slow but steady production ensures that our artisans will always have work and a stable income. All our items are handmade from scratch, so naturally each item is unique and made to the highest quality – built to last for years and years (and years!). The process from field to home is a lengthy one that requires multiple steps and techniques, and some pieces can even take days to make. Naturally with beautiful handmade pieces like this, comes a higher cost. Investment pieces where the cost of purchase balances out the lifespan of our pieces and supports fair wages for the creation of each item. Read their story