Handicrafts Blog

Touring Africa really or virtually- there are two things to it that you can never avoid: the wildlife and the handicraft. Africa defines itself with these two major parameters. And the more interesting fact is that African wildlife has even inspired African handicrafts. In the entire African continent, each nation has...

Kitchen with craft? Appliances with Art??  Well, yes! Kitchen and craft go together.  So can the kitchen appliances come with some arty twists? Craft Montaz unfolds some of the most beautifully crafted wood art for kitchenware, all the way from India. If you have a knack for posh lifestyle, then all...

Mirror Work Embroidered Cushion Cover In today’s home the humble cushion is as common place as the chair or sofa it sits upon. Quite simply the easiest and most accessible way to style any living space, cushion covers are one of the most popular home accessories available. Cushions and pillows are...

As a handicraft collector I had always been fascinated most by the masks of each region. History of humanity says that the existence of the concept of mask is very old and each tribe holds their own belief in them. Accordingly the design, art work, craft and the usage had...

African handicraft is admired all over the world for its intricate hand carving capabilities. Whether it is masks, sculptures or jewelry, their hand carving in each of this handicraft has details, style, theme, ritual and tradition. African mask is very interesting in its history and much diversified in its style. In...

Turtle denotes long life and thus is recommended for longevity. Hence it holds great importance both in vastu shastra and Feng Shui. In Feng Shui, the turtle is considered as one of the four Celestial animals. They are used as a protection and energy strengthening cure. The turtle also brings stability....

When we think of Chinese handicrafts, Feng Shui and Hong Tze are the things that come to our mind inevitably. We are very much aware of the term Hong Tze, but most of us do not have the information that- what is Hong Tze? Hong Tze is actually a red...

Are you looking for new decorative cushion or pillow covers? Craft Montaz's selection of pillow throws, sofa pillows, cushion covers, and pillow covers will add a refreshing ethnic design to your home! Cushion covers play an important role in interior decor and interior design. Cushion covers comes in a variety of...

Have you heard of cork art? Well, cork is very rare but is a very beautiful medium of handicraft in some parts of the globe. China for instance is the leading craft place for cork art. Here is a brief history: The cork sculpture or the cork art is a type...

Love Sushi? If your answer is ‘yes’, then this blog is at your best interest. Sushi is a global food now a days as more and more people has fallen in love with it. It has become so globally adored that we often tend to forget that Sushi is a...