Critically acclaimed stall at Primus

"Is that block print?" asked a student of my height, pointing at a mom-n-me skirt pair. 

Impressed by the inquisitive question, I said, "Yes! You are right! There's another!" An elaborate examination is what followed! Then, was a detailed study of the hem of different skirt fabrics. Impressed by the observation skills, I couldn't resist, but comment, "You are quite a pro in fine arts!" Smiling, they said, "We are students from NIFT!" Speechlessness! Awestruck! Wow! A case study for design students?!! Never imagined such guests at the band of beads stall in Primus!!!

Surprises followed... Two teenagers were busy choosing a bead brooch - Elmo or Ninja Turtle?... Another was busy looking at the noiseless wind chimes on ceiling of the stall... "That is science in the air!", I said. A smile on his face! He travelled with me as we browsed through the concept of each wind chime. After explaining a couple of them, he could relate to the logic for the next! Children are fast learners!

A swarm of PUC students landed on the stall, and I was literally out of it! Sometimes, its good to get a view from a distance! They browsed through each product category and imagined various stories - a tinker bell brooch on a green lehanga choli? A lock-and-key bracelet for friends - but who is the lock and who has the key?! Stories do transport you to a world of your own! And the best part is, you are the creator!

Children are definitely the best critiques. Very truthful and innocent. It's just about going on a journey through their eyes! Afterall, they are our future generations!



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