Process · 8 min read
Inside the workshop: how a chess set is made
From selecting the right Sheesham log to the final mineral oil coat — a step-by-step look at the process behind every Crafteve chess set.
Materials · 5 min read
Sheesham wood: why we use it and how to care for it
Dense-grained, naturally oily, and incomparably stable. Everything you need to know about the hardwood at the heart of Crafteve's craft.
Gifting · 4 min read
The thoughtful gift: choosing a Crafteve piece for someone you love
What to consider when buying a handcrafted wooden piece as a gift — personalisation, packaging, and how to choose the right piece for the right person.
Care · 4 min read
How to care for your wooden pieces: a no-nonsense guide
Mineral oil, humidity, and the things you should never do. A practical maintenance guide for all Crafteve wooden pieces.
Craft · 6 min read
The art of brass inlay on wood
Depth, precision, and patience. How our artisans create the brass inlay work that defines many of Crafteve's signature pieces.
Makers · 7 min read
Nagina, Bijnor: a town built on wood craft
The history of the craft belt where Crafteve was born — and why this particular corner of Uttar Pradesh produces some of India's finest handcrafted wooden objects.