“Bikila” – Wooden & Ceramic Baking Stamps

A tradition reborn through memory, craft, and innovation.
This exclusive collection brings together handcrafted ceramic and carved wood,
inspired by the ancient Georgian ritual object—Bikila.
Bikila is a traditional wooden baking stamp, historically used in the Racha region during
festive occasions. Archaeological findings from the Bronze Age confirm that Bikilas
have been part of Georgian culture for centuries—carrying symbols, ornaments, and
meaning through generations.

✨ Inspiration
The heart of this project comes from a deeply personal place.
My inspiration was my great-grandfather’s hand-carved Bikila, made from walnut
wood more than a century ago. This object, passed through time, carries not only
ornament—but memory, care, and the spirit of gathering.

✨ The Collection
This project reimagines Bikila in a contemporary form—combining:
• Handbuilt and handpainted ceramic
• Laser-cut wooden ornaments
• Functional sculptural design
Diameter: 23 cm
Feature: Comfortable ergonomic handle for easy use
Two main design directions:
1. Georgian Ornaments – rooted in local heritage
2. Asian Mandalas – inspired by universal harmony and symmetry

✨ Function
Beyond baking, Bikila becomes a versatile creative tool:
• For stamping patterns on dough and confectionery
• For imprinting designs on clay surfaces

• For decorating textiles with ornamental motifs
It transforms from a kitchen object into a bridge between crafts.

✨ Project Vision
The goal of this project is to revive the tradition of Bikila, bringing back the joy of
shared rituals—of baking together, of preparing for celebrations, of creating beauty with
hands.
It is about restoring a forgotten gesture and turning it into a living experience again.

✨ Project & Support
This collection was created within the framework of iAtelier: Technologies and
Innovative Experience Program, as part of the projects of the International Center of
Arts:
• “Crafting Europe” (Creative Europe Programme of the European Commission)
• Creative Georgia
• “Future Workforce for Crafts Industry” (USAID Economic Security Program)
In collaboration with Ilia State University and the Future Industrial Innovation Lab –
FabLab Iliauni.