Dhaka Makers presented ‘Crafted by Makers’ – a four-day workshop series held from November 13 to November 16, 2025, at Shala Neighbourhood Art Space, Aloki. A total of 14 creative workshops were hosted that celebrated art, craft, and design in all their forms.
Each day of the workshop series featured engaging and distinctive session led by skilled artisans for participants. The four-day event hosted various sessions: terracotta jewelry workshop, robotics workshop, candle-making workshop, miniature model-making workshop, origami workshop, and many more.
The curated sessions aimed to showcase Bangladesh’s vibrant arts and craft culture while promoting learning, play, and mindful creation for all ages, especially, children and teenagers. Every instructor paced the activities carefully so participants could follow along comfortably and absorb the making process.
There were also some sessions designed for older children and adults such as the ‘Hand-Knotting Tapestry with Boho’, facilitated by Nazneen Nahar Smrity. This workshop blended craftsmanship and creativity.
The workshop was perfect for anyone who loves tactile art and wants to experience the meditative rhythm of weaving, and learn the skills of a century-old tradition.
Other captivating session included the ‘Putli Puraan: Doll Making Workshop’, facilitated by Mita Muni. The workshop led participants to step into the enchanting world of traditional doll making.
By the end of this workshop, participants acknowledged the process, skill, and the cultural value behind this underappreciated art form in Bangladesh, discovering its deep heritage and future potential for creative revival.
One other fascinating session was ‘Candēla by Newton’s Archive’ facilitated by Rahnuma Ahsan Raima and team. Candēla was a hands-on candle-making workshop that celebrated Bangladeshi culture and craftsmanship, and the art of making.
Inspired by the country’s natural palette – from monsoon earth tones to the aromas of native blooms – the edition blended local motifs, materials, and scents.
Dhaka Makers remains committed to fostering creative growth in children and young minds, offering workshops that encourage experimentation, and introduce a vibrant world of new ideas and possibilities.
Written by Tasmia Chowdhury
