The story of Craftkari is one of creativity, initiative and evolution. The group started out in 2008 as a small gathering of girls experimenting with different forms of Indian craft, supported by Manzil, a non-profit learning center based in Khan Market. After experimenting with stitching, abstract drawing, and many other artforms, they began focusing on quilling- an ancient practice which involves rolling, shaping and gluing strips of paper together to create decorative designs. The craft was introduced to the girls by Indira Gulati, a co-founder of Manzil, after she gained skills during a visit to Calcutta.