From ancient times, dating back to Vedic times even, people have carried around little or large bags for utilitarian purposes. Interestingly, the potli bag was used in ayurveda to store herbs and to use it in a massage - lending its name to what we now know as poultice. Potlis and little satchels with drawstrings were used to carry money, valuables, food and other such items needed on a journey. The Ramayana recounts the journey of lord Rama into exile, followed by his faithful brother Lakshman, carrying with him a potli filled with clothes, fruits, medicinal leaves and some earth from Ayodhya.
Natsy by Design brings you a collection of potli purses, jholas, batuas or wallets, clutch purses and other handbags handcrafted and embellished with beads and rich embroidery. Also featured in this collection are durable, sturdy laptop, picnic and laundry bags made from jute and cotton.
"OMG OMG!! This site is just fantastic!! I am going crazy looking at the stuff- the bags, the sarees, the paintings...yummm!!" - Monika Agarwal
"Loved your collection. It is unique, trendy yet traditional." - Nivedita Phadke
"I recieved the goodies. They are excuisite and so beautiful." - Anasuya Saha
"Lovely Beautiful stuff! You have an awsome eye for these things." - Vin Dilipkumar Laxman
"My purchases are all the more special since I know you actually meet with the artisans and pick every piece yourself." - Lakshmi Ziskin
"I got the stuff. The dupatta texture is lovely and the earrings are absolutely STUNNING !!!"- Jyotika Chibber
"The saree is more beautiful than i thought. U have a great collection. Keep it up." - Kaveri Jha
"I loved the sarees - they are simply wonderful. And the silver earrings are the best - what workmanship and so beutifully crafted." Dr. Nina Sengupta
"I just received the painting today and it's even better than it looks online! I'm really thrilled with it." - Rosemary George
"The packing is really nice and the products are awesome. I like the dupattas and the kurti is correctly fitted. The saree is excellent." - Savita Sista