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Hina Nitesh

Today’s post is about board games but not the ones that are manufactured in factories and available all over. The games that we are talking about today are long forgotten. These are the traditional dice games of India - the ones about which we read in historical stories. 

Pachisi in embroidered cotton

Pachisi, the traditional Indian dice game is also the name of the venture being featured today. Founded by Neha Murthy in 2014, Pachisi was actually her college project which saw the light of the day. It all began with the idea of reviving traditional board games and exploring the vast treasure trove of textiles and handicrafts available in the country.

Ludo reinterpreted with Indian iconery

The result is board games designed in cloth, embellished with embroidery or applique work. The game comes packaged in a cotton bag complete with playing instructions for beginners. 

As venture grew, it expanded to include games from other ancient civilizations too. Also added to its growing product list were toys and room decor in felt. The firm also goes the extra mile by customizing the felt products thus ensuring that the customer has a unique piece.

Decor for nursery

Following the motto of Design to Inspire, Neha with her brand Pachisi is breathing fresh air into the world of board games.

Images copyright: Pachisi

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