Ceramic beauties at Mud House

The quaint little red house at Bakhundole in Pulchowk sells an amazing variety of garden pots and planters in an array of colors and designs. Christened Mud House, the place is open from nine in the morning to six in the evening.

Just a little over three months old, Mud House products are already a rage, especially now after the items have been displayed at the recently concluded flower exhibition at Bhrikuti Mandap on Exhibition Road.[break]

Gardening has always been a hobby for Pushpa Shrestha, a retired arts and crafts teacher at Shuvatara School in Sanepa. She ventured into this pots and planters business by accident when her brother, who works for FNCCI, suggested it to her.

The proposition sounded like a novel idea to Shrestha who now runs Mud House from her own house with the help of her sister and daughters-in-law.

“Since the items are made in Nepal, I want each and every household to have at least one. This is my motto,” says Shrestha whose passion and enthusiasm for crafts is evident by the way she talks and convinces her customers to opt for a particular piece.

The factory she gets her supplies from used to export the planters to Korea and there was not much circulation within the nation. Now, thanks to Shrestha, locals too can accessorize their gardens with a range of beautiful yet affordable ceramic products. And because the process of making these beauties involves baking them at a temperate of 1,200-degree Celsius, they are strong and durable too.

Shrestha is planning to expand the ceramics line to crockery and decorative items as well. A few hand-painted vases are currently on display which gives you a glimpse of the soon-to-be launched stunning collection.

Step in and you can’t help but be allured by the range of planters the shop has for sale. Since the prices are very reasonable, you won’t need to think much before shopping here.

Plus there is an attractive discount scheme going on at the moment. Pick up a few pretty ones to add a dash of pop and color to your home and garden.

Tiny cactus planters, Rs 100/125

Place these cuties in a cluster at a windowsill and enjoy an early morning dose of nature as soon as you wake up.

Indoor cup planter, Rs 150

Heart-shaped pot like this one can add a spark of funkiness to your coffee table.

Cube planter, Rs 150

This adorable pot is currently available in only two colors, light green and white, but the uncommon shape gives it a different charm.

Hand-painted planter, Rs 250

This pretty planter is simple and elegant. Only a few are available, so rush to grab yours now and make a refreshing addition to your garden.

Chocolate planter, Rs 250

Crafted to look like a chocolate slab, this planter lends a touch of uniqueness to your space. Place one in your living room and wow your guests.

Boat shaped planter, Rs 400

This curious looking ceramic pot can be used both outdoors and indoors. Available in many colors, this planter is quite an eye catcher.

Large planter,Rs 500

Replace ordinary planters in your garden with these attractive ones and jazz it up a bit. It is available in a variety of colors and with intricate carvings.

Basket planter, Rs 350