Mirnalini is the founder of Wire Kadai. She started her journey in 2023 through her practice of knotting koodais using wire, a process she learned and developed while working closely with women artisans. Each piece is made entirely by hand, using traditional knotting techniques adapted for everyday use.
Koodais hold deep personal and cultural meaning for her, rooted in everyday life in Tamil Nadu, where they were used to carry lunch, and store essentials. At Wire Kadai, Mirnalini works with artisans who knot each piece over many hours, sometimes across several days, depending on the size and pattern. She focuses on making koodais that are sturdy, balanced, and comfortable to carry, while experimenting with colours and forms that suit contemporary settings. Fair wages, timely payments, and space for the artisans’ creativity are central to how the work is done, making each koodai both functional and individual.
