From Viral DIY to Clay Art: Shweta Mahadik's Creative Journey Continues at Kala Ghoda

DIY creator Shweta Mahadik has built a distinctive voice by championing creativity over consumption. Her practice blends upcycling, hand‑building, and accessible techniques, inviting audiences to try, not buy, their way into style and self‑expression. What sets Shweta apart is her ability to translate big fashion moments into relatable, doable projects that celebrate resourcefulness.

From Viral DIY to Sustainability Advocate:

Shweta first drew national attention during the lockdown with imaginative recreations that spotlighted sustainability and ingenuity. Her interpretation, inspired by the Sabyasachi x H&M collection, resonated across the Indian fashion community as a nudge toward mindful choices. The momentum carried internationally when she was selected by American Eagle's global team for a sustainability‑focused initiative, with one of her upcycled pieces later showcased at an exhibition in London. These milestones underline a throughline in her work: elevate craft, reduce waste, and keep creativity accessible.

Why Clay, Why Now:

Shweta's latest focus taps into the grounding power of tactile craft. Working with clay aligns with her ethos, slow, meditative, and generous to beginners. The humble clay bird becomes a symbol of imagination taking flight, proof that small, handmade objects can hold emotion, memory, and meaning without elaborate tools or expensive materials.

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Talking about the workshop, Shweta said, "Working with clay feels grounding in a way that very few things do. These little birds are symbols of freedom and imagination, and I love the idea of people taking home something they created with their own hands. Art doesn't have to be complicated; sometimes it just begins with touching the earth.”

Craft as Community:

Beyond aesthetics, Shweta treats making a community practice, inviting people to learn together, value imperfection, and rediscover the joy of handwork. Her sessions are intimate by design, centering guidance, conversation, and the quiet satisfaction of forming something from scratch. It's an approach that mirrors her content: clear steps, approachable materials, and outcomes that feel personal.

About The Workshop:

For readers who want to experience her process firsthand: Shweta will lead a Clay Bird Making session at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (YWCA International Centre, Mumbai) on Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 pm. Materials are included; the format is beginner‑friendly. The emphasis, as always with Shweta, is less on the event and entirely on the joy of making.