PillaKalvalu

13/06/2026

20th June 2026 | Natural Dyeing Workshop

When was the last time you spent a day learning directly from nature?

Not through a screen.
Not through a book.
But by working with flowers, leaves, roots, fabrics, colours, and your own hands.

On 20th June, we're hosting a hands-on natural dyeing experience where participants will explore how beautiful colours can be created from plants and natural materials.

We'll spend the day extracting colours, dyeing fabrics, understanding traditional knowledge systems, and discovering sustainable alternatives to synthetic dyes.

Facilitator: 'Moitri' an expert in natural dyeing who blends traditional plant-based techniques with contemporary textile design. Moitri will guide you through safe extraction methods, colour-fixing tips, and creative dyeing processes so you leave confident to recreate these recipes at home.

More than a workshop, it's an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience the joy of creating something beautiful with your own hands.

If you enjoy nature, sustainability, crafts, textiles, art, farming, or simply meaningful learning experiences, this day is for you.

Seats are limited to keep the experience intimate and hands-on.

We'd love to have you with us.

Register link in Bio

06/06/2026

13 June 2026 | 9.30 AM to 4.30 PM

Books, Children and the Art of Learning

Join us for a reflective Earth Dialogue with Suresh Kosaraju, founder of Manchi Pustakam, as we read and discuss passages from various books on education and childhood.

Together, we will explore ideas from educators, thinkers, and writers who have reflected deeply on how children learn, grow, and make sense of the world. Through reading, conversation, and shared reflection, we hope to open up new ways of thinking about education, not as a system, but as a human journey.

📚 Read together
💭 Reflect together
🌱 Learn together

We welcome parents, educators, students, and anyone interested in reimagining education and childhood with care and sensitivity.

​Supported by CEK and Indica.org.

​For registration, please scan the QR code or check the Earth Dialogues link in Bio.

03/06/2026

The hardest part about spinning yarn? Getting your mind to stop.

​In a world obsessed with fast fashion, instant gratification, and logic-driven routines, we rarely take a moment to just be. At our recent Threads of Tradition workshop, participants unlearned their need to constantly overthink and traded it for the meditative rhythm of the Charkha.

​Connect, pull, pinch, strengthen, and load.

​Under the expert guidance of K J Satchidananda (Sacchu), we stepped into an artisan’s world. We found beauty in the physical challenge and realized that some of life's most profound joys are simple, accessible, and connect us deeply to the earth.

​Missed out on the magic? We are currently planning our NEXT immersive two-day workshop at the Crafts Council of Telangana, and we want you there.

​Want to be the first to know about our future workshops ? Then do follow us.

Music by EC Music ()

24/05/2026

Most of us have seen thatched roofs… but very few have actually experienced how they are made.

Pillakalvalu is hosting an immersive workshop on traditional thatch roofing using a hands-on experience where you’ll learn directly from native communities who still practice this incredible craft.

This is an experiencial workshop.
You’ll be out in the landscape, working with natural materials, understanding indigenous building knowledge, and experiencing a way of life deeply connected to rivers, seasons, and ecology.

If you’re interested in sustainability, architecture, natural building, ecology, crafts, or simply want to experience something raw and meaningful this is for you

Limited Spots
Registration Link in Bio

23/05/2026

Most of us have seen thatched roofs… but very few have actually experienced how they are made.

Pillakalvalu is hosting an immersive workshop on traditional thatch roofing using a hands-on experience where you’ll learn directly from native communities who still practice this incredible craft.

This is an experiencial workshop.
You’ll be out in the landscape, working with natural materials, understanding indigenous building knowledge, and experiencing a way of life deeply connected to rivers, seasons, and ecology.

If you’re interested in sustainability, architecture, natural building, ecology, crafts, or simply want to experience something raw and meaningful this is for you

Limited spots
Registration link in bio

21/05/2026

Our Threads of Tradition spinning workshop was such a beautiful experience. Watching everyone slowly tune into the rhythm of the charkha was magic, once that motion started, everything just went with the flow.

​A massive thank you to our facilitator, Sachu, for the tremendous inputs and guidance. It was truly moving to witness participants consciously shift from their fast-paced lives into this mindful, intentional world, hands excitedly spinning cotton and connecting with the present moment.

​Everyone left so excited to do it all over again. Which leaves us wondering... is Hyderabad ready to spin again?

​Let us know in the comments if we should host another workshop in the near future!

16/05/2026

Grass Thatching Workshop: Learn the Art of Traditional Roof Making | 30–31 May 2026.

In a world of concrete structures and modern roofing, we often lose touch with sustainable, natural building techniques that have sheltered generations. The art of grass thatching is not just about building a roof; it is about preserving an ancient craft, understanding natural materials, and connecting deeply with sustainable living.

Join us for a two-day immersive workshop to learn the art of grass roof thatching from the ground up.

Guided by master craftsmen, you will explore the traditional techniques, materials, and rhythms involved in creating durable, eco-friendly thatched structures.

Dates: 30th – 31st May 2026
Venue: Elephant in You Farm, Meedigonda Village, Ghanpur, Telangana

Organized by 'Pillakalvalu' in collaboration with 'Elephant In You' & supported by 'Pucca Local'.

How to Register & Contact Details
Register: Please scan the QR code on the poster or check the link in Bio for the registration form.

Inquiries: Dheeraj: +91 9494216396
Rajiv: +91 8247288854

Let’s come together to learn, build, and preserve a more sustainable future.

14/05/2026

14/05/2026

Hey everyone

We’re hosting a beautiful 2-day immersive workshop on hand spinning & charkha on May 16th & 17th at Crafts Council of Telangana, Hyderabad.

It’s a hands-on experience where you get to touch cotton, spin your own yarn, and understand the journey behind our clothes.

Sharing this especially with people who are curious about handmade traditions, slow living, sustainability, or simply wanting to experience something meaningful beyond screens & city rush :)

Do come along and bring your kids too if possible ❤️

🔗 Registration link in bio