Send Us Your Puppet Request
Fill out the form below to request a quote or place an order. We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours during business days. For custom theater orders requiring design consultation, we'll schedule a phone or video call to discuss your specific requirements.
Order Process
Submit Request
Fill out the form with your requirements
Receive Quote
We'll send detailed pricing within 24 hours
Pay 50% Advance
Transfer via bank, UPI, or wire transfer
Production Begins
Your puppet enters our crafting queue
Final Payment & Shipping
Complete payment and receive your puppet
Find Us Near Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur
WoodenTales Workshop
Workshop Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Visitors welcome! Please call ahead to ensure availability. Workshop tours take approximately 30-45 minutes and include demonstrations of carving and painting techniques.
How We Pack and Ship Your Puppet Safely
Domestic Shipping (India)
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Courier: Blue Dart or DTDC
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Delivery Time: 3-5 business days
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Cost: ₹400 - ₹800 depending on location
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Free Shipping: Orders above ₹25,000
International Shipping
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Courier: DHL or India Post Registered Air Parcel
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Europe: 8-12 business days
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North America: 10-15 business days
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Cost: Calculated based on weight and destination
Packaging Standards
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Double-wall corrugated cardboard boxes
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Bubble wrap cushioning around puppet
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Wooden frame reinforcement for fragile parts
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Waterproof plastic inner wrapping
Quality Guarantee
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30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee: Return for full refund if not satisfied
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Lifetime Repair Service: We repair any damage at 30-40% of original price
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String Replacement: First replacement free (just pay shipping)
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Certificate of Authenticity: Included with every puppet
Working With Theaters, Schools, and Galleries
We welcome collaborations with theater companies, cultural organizations, art galleries, and educational institutions. Our workshop can support various partnership models to promote traditional Indian puppetry arts.
Theater Company Partnerships
We offer long-term collaboration agreements with theater companies requiring regular puppet supplies. Benefits include 15-20% discount on bulk orders, priority production scheduling, flexible payment terms (Net 30 for established partners), and complimentary puppetry training workshops for your cast.
Current Partners: Natya Kala Mandir (Jaipur), National School of Drama (Delhi), Rang Mandal Theatre (Mumbai)
Gallery & Retail Distribution
Art galleries and craft shops can become authorized retailers of WoodenTales marionettes. We provide consignment options, wholesale pricing (35-40% discount for retailers), marketing materials including photos and product descriptions, and certificate of authenticity for each piece.
Minimum Order: 10 puppets for initial wholesale agreement
Educational Programs
Schools, universities, and cultural centers can partner with us for educational initiatives. We offer discounted puppet sets for teaching purposes (20% off educational pricing), free online video tutorials on basic puppetry, annual workshop visits to your institution, and curriculum development support for puppet-based learning programs.
Contact: Raghunandan Bhattacharya - contact@woodentales.com
Current Job Openings at Our Workshop
WoodenTales is a family workshop committed to preserving traditional kathputli craftsmanship. We occasionally hire apprentices and skilled artisans who are passionate about Indian folk arts and willing to learn traditional techniques.
Woodcarving Apprentice
Open PositionLocation: Udaipur Workshop
Training Period: 18 months apprenticeship
Stipend: ₹8,000/month during training, ₹15,000-20,000/month after completion
Requirements:
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Age 18-30 years
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Basic education (10th standard minimum)
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Interest in traditional arts and crafts
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Willingness to work with hand tools
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Patient and detail-oriented personality
What You'll Learn: Traditional wood carving techniques, puppet joint assembly, facial feature sculpting, tool maintenance, sheesham wood properties, safety practices
Textile & Costume Designer
Future OpeningLocation: Udaipur Workshop
Employment: Full-time position
Salary: ₹18,000-25,000/month based on experience
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Experience in traditional Indian textile work or costume design
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Knowledge of Rajasthani folk costume styles preferred
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Hand sewing skills essential
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Ability to work with miniature scale (puppet size)
Expected Opening: May 2025
General Inquiries
Even if current positions don't match your skills, we maintain a database of interested candidates. Send your resume and a brief introduction to contact@woodentales.com. We particularly value individuals with backgrounds in traditional Indian arts, theater production, or handcraft industries.