Beyond the Picnic: Autumn Uses for Your Hand-Painted Tiffin Tins

As the picnic blankets are folded away and the evenings draw in, your Dalit tiffin tins don’t need to be tucked at the back of the cupboard. These hand-painted treasures are as practical as they are beautiful—and autumn is the perfect time to put them to use in new and creative ways.

🍂 Seed Storage

Keep autumn seed packets safe from damp and pests. Our tins are the perfect size for stashing away flower and vegetable seeds ready for next year’s planting. They’ll stay dry, organised, and easy to find—plus they look far lovelier on a shelf than a pile of paper packets.

🧵 Craft Caddy

No more lost buttons or tangled threads! Use your tiffin as a mini sewing box or craft caddy. Whether you’re a knitter, quilter, or simply someone who likes to keep their supplies neat, the compartments make it easy to sort everything with style.

🚗 Car Snacks

Autumn road trips call for cosy snacks on the go. Line your tiffin with parchment paper and fill it with nuts, dried fruit, or even homemade pastries. It’s a practical, waste-free way to make your journey feel a little more special (and delicious).

🎁 Gift Packaging

Think outside the (gift) box. Instead of wrapping paper that’s used once and thrown away, fill a hand-painted tiffin with homemade chutney, a favourite mug, or little jars of spices. It’s a thoughtful, sustainable way to give—and the tin itself becomes part of the gift, to be cherished for years to come.

Crafted with Purpose

Every Dalit tiffin is lovingly hand-painted by artisans, each brushstroke a celebration of skill, tradition, and dignity. By choosing one, you’re not only bringing beauty into your own home—you’re also helping support Dalit communities in India, giving meaningful employment and hope.

This autumn, let your tiffin tin do more than hold sandwiches. Make it a part of your home, your self-care rituals, your gifting, and your everyday joy.