Embroidery post cards (set of 2)- Ela saapadu (full meals) and telephone
A collection of handcrafted postcards inspired by everyday South Indian memories -The familiar ring of a rotary telephone and wholesome ela saapadu.
The Telephone designs feature original lino-cut prints, while the Ela Saapadu is digitally illustrated. Every postcard is finished with hand embroidery, adding texture and bringing familiar moments to life through thread.
Created in collaboration with And Alt Foundation, this collection celebrates traditional printmaking, embroidery, and the joy of handmade craft.
Perfect for gifting, framing, or sending a handwritten note that becomes a keepsake.
Available designs
Telephone (Lino-cut print)
Paper Boat (Lino-cut print)
Ela Saapadu (Digital illustration)
Jamakkalam (Digital illustration)
Details
Set of 2 embroidered postcards
Original lino-cut prints and digital illustrations
Hand-embroidered details
Created in collaboration with And Alt Foundation
Made to order
Ships in 7–10 days
Small stories, printed, stitched, and made to be cherished.
About the Artist
Materials
Cards, threads and beads
Shipping & Returns
Ready-to-ship pieces are dispatched within 72 hours of placing your order. For made-to-order creations, the timeline mentioned on the product page applies.
Every piece at Kala Curry travels directly from the hands that made it to the home that will cherish it. Because your order ships straight from the artist, multiple items may arrive in separate packages from different corners of India. This mindful, direct journey reduces excess warehousing and unnecessary transit — a quieter, more considered approach to sustainability.
We offer free shipping on orders above ₹5,000.
As each piece is handcrafted with care, we accept returns only if your item arrives damaged or incorrect. Please notify us within 48 hours of delivery.
To help us resolve this smoothly, please share:
- Clear photos of the product
- An unboxing video showing the issue
You can submit your return request through our returns form here.
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Most commonly asked questions from the community
Why is there a shipping fee?
Each piece on Kala Curry is shipped directly from the artist or collective who made it, so your order might travel from different parts of the country depending on what you buy.
As we grow, we’re working on making shipping more efficient (and more affordable). But for now, this fee helps us make sure your art gets to you safely, straight from the source.
We offer free shipping on all orders over ₹5,000 as a small thank you for supporting handmade art.
How can I cancel my order?
Since we work with independent artists and small collectives, we don’t allow cancellations once an order is placed. We encourage you to buy only what you truly love. This helps us reduce waste and honours the time, care, and effort behind every piece. If you are unsure about a purchase and our website doesn’t answer all your questions, reach out to us at kalacurry.friends@gmail.com
How do I return my order?
We only accept returns if your order arrived damaged or if we sent you the wrong item. If that happens, just let us know within 48 hours of delivery, and we’ll take care of it.
To help us process your return smoothly, please take clear photos and an unboxing video when your package arrives. You can submit your return request through this link.
What do I do if my order is damaged?
We’re so sorry your order didn’t arrive as it should have. We promise we’ll try to make it right!
Please contact us within 48 hours of delivery, and send us photos + an unboxing video so that we can cross-check the issue with the artist and our shipping partners. We’ll process your return or replacement from there as per our return policy.
Why doesn’t Kala Curry offer cash on delivery (COD)?
Most Kala Curry products are shipped directly by our artisans and made in small batches.
COD orders have 2–3x higher return rates than prepaid orders, with nearly 1 in 4 orders being returned. These returns lead to unnecessary shipping, packaging waste, and higher carbon emissions, and directly impact artisan livelihoods.
By avoiding COD, we can:
- Reduce returns and environmental burden
- Ensure fair, predictable earnings for artisans
- Enable faster, smoother deliveries
Thank you for supporting independent artists and sustainable craft practices.