Our Story
Founded in 2011, Ek Tara’s vocational training program began as an Income Generation Program designed to empower mothers and young women in one of the largest slum communities in Kolkata. Our mission is to provide these women with the skills and opportunities needed to achieve self-reliance, financial independence, and a strong sense of community. Many of these women are mothers of children enrolled in Ek Tara and also those who have been inspired by our outreach efforts.
About Us
Creative Ek Tara Foundation is a registered social enterprise that is committed to transforming the lives of adolescent girls and women from low socio economic backgrounds by providing them with skill development and livelihood training aimed at empowerment and sustainability.
Ek Tara Creates offers sustainable, handmade products, empowering women and supporting children’s education through skill development and income generation.
Our Team
Vinita Saraf
Namrata Sureka
Sonam Bajoria
Shailja Bhalotia
Ek Tara Creates brings together women from different walks of life, but with a passion for creativity and philanthropic vision of equipping each woman with power and confidence.Potential made Possible is our dream.
Community
Ek Tara Creates is committed to empowerment and self-reliance of the women from underprivileged backgrounds through their handmade products and intricate embroidery work.
They cut, stitch, and embroider all the exquisite handmade products that are perfect to adorn your home and wardrobe, and add that extra zing to your everyday essentials, utilizing the skills the women acquire through our training programs.
The purchase of an Ek Tara Creates product not only provides a sustainable income opportunity to the women, but helps educate their children, thereby uplifting the community and bringing about social change.
Our Collections
Festive Collection
Designed to add a touch of glamour, this intricately crafted collection boasts of various accessories that will add oomph and colour to your grand celebrations.
Each piece is created to reflect the vibrancy of the season, ensuring you stand out with style and grace.
Classic potlis, traditional coin pouches and envelopes, contemporary and elegant home and lifestyle products make this collection a go-to for your celebratory needs.
Embrace the magic of the season and celebrate in style with all that this collection has to offer.
Items
- Coin Pouch
- Envelopes
- Thali covers
- Home and Lifestyle (Table Mats, Table Runners, Coasters)
Denim Collection
Elevate your everyday essentials with our versatile Denim collection.
Our collection features thoughtfully designed tote bags, toiletry cases, laptop sleeves, and make-up pouches, perfect for storing your essentials on-the-go while looking chic and classy all the way!
Each item of this collection adds an effortless sophistication to your daily routine.
Items
- Laptop Sleeves & Bags, Crossbody Bags
- Toiletry Pouch
- Make-up Pouch
- Dining Accessories
Jute Collection
Discover the world of sustainability with our exclusive jute collection of lifestyle items. Each piece is handmade with eco-friendly jute, known for its durability and natural appeal.
Elevate your everyday essentials with our chic tote bags and add style to special occasions with hand embroidered gifting potlis, hamper bags, and various home and lifestyle items. The items not only add versatility to your style but also support a greener planet.
Embrace practicality with a purpose and choose our jute collection for a stylish and sustainable lifestyle.
Items
- Gifting Potlis with Hand Embroidery
- Jute Hamper Bags
- Jute Bags with pompoms
- Jute Coaster
- Table Runners
Upcycled and Recycled Collection
Explore our collection of handcrafted treasures where every product reflects a commitment to sustainability and empowerment.
The women transform upcycled and recycled materials into functional and unique items and accessories that add a splash of oomph to the choice of conscious fashion.
Your purchase of these products would mean supporting a community of women striving for a better future.
Items
- Jhola Bags
- Tote Bags
- Multipurpose Box Pouch
- Laptop Sleeves
- Gifting Pouch
Tant Collection
This collection has beautiful items curated from the premium Tangail sari – a true identity of Bengal handloom – elevating your everyday routine with a touch of refined luxury.
The items in this collection will surely enhance the way you pack for your travels – ensuring fashion along with functionality and protection.
Items
- Passport Holders
- Flat Pouches
- Potlis, Sunglass Case
- Laptop Sleeves
- Dining
Hand Embroidery Collection
Discover the beauty of hand embroidery that makes each product in this collection exquisite and envy of your well-wishers.
Each item in this collection has threadwork in intricate designs and vibrant colours, bringing life into everyday items, showcasing care, effort and patience which have gone into setting them apart.
Items
- Multipurpose Box Pouch
- Cross-Body Bags
- Laptop Sleeves
- Gifting Bags
- Coasters