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Bamboo Craft, Balaghat

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Tue, 07 May 2024 10:49:47 +0000

Often referred to as the “poor man’s timber,” bamboo stands out for its multifunctional utility, offering a myriad of uses that cater to various livelihood options. Its affordability, coupled with its versatile nature, makes bamboo a vital resource for the rural population, playing a crucial role in their daily lives and economic pursuits. The plant’s applications range from construction to handicrafts, embodying a sustainable and accessible material that supports diverse aspects of rural livelihoods in the Balaghat region. In villages like Baihar, Singhpur, Niwari, Chiraidongri, Varasioni, and others in the Mandla region, people are involved in making bamboo products.

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Screw Pine Craft ~ Thrissur

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 06:30:49 +0000

The plant, which is abundantly grown in Thrissur district of Kerala, forms an important raw material to make one of the prominent and most popular craft of this state: the screw pine craft of Kerala. This craft which is made entirely from the plant itself is considered as the most eco-friendly craft of Kerala. All parts of the screw-pine plant are used to make the various beautiful and attractive products like bags, mats, bowls: right from the leaves of the plant to the roots.

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Crochet~Panjim, Goa

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Sat, 01 Jan 2022 13:27:37 +0000

The handicrafts of Goa occupy a special place in our country, however the crochet items in particular, make up the heart and soul of these handicrafts. These intricate and durable items with geometric designs can be found hanging like rainbows in flea markets, through the windows, glistening in the sun. The crochet handicraft captures the eye of all types of tourists- international and local Perennial. These crafts can be seen as a mirror of Goa’s perineal beauty, and they have won critical acclaim of the connoisseurs of the art world.

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