Bamboo/ Cane/ Jute/ Fibre/ Leaf/ Grass

Chhattisgarh is well known and reputed for its intricate and beautiful Bamboo Work. Finest ever Bamboo Work in Chhattisgarh can be seen in the form of wall hangings, table lamps and table mats. These objects look brilliant and at the same time their utility can not be ignored. It is believed that Bamboo Work in Chhattisgarh, India which to maximum degree has been developed and initiated by the tribal families is the medium adopted by them to express their rich and attractive form of art.

The bamboo work of the tribes in Chhattisgarh is known for their utilitarian significance. Attractive furniture, mats and kitchenware like baskets are few of the pieces of work which glorify the craftsmanship of the groups involved in the making of these items.

Sikki is a grass or a weed thrived on most of the river bank. Sikki work is a craft whereby the craftsmen turned these once unnecessary riverside weed into beautiful decorative objects. This craft is particularly practiced by women artisan in Bihar. Beautiful toys and wares are manufactured out of this grass. After collecting and drying they stitch these grasses into various shapes like elephant, bird, snake and tortoise. They then put various dazzling colours on these toys to make it more attractive.

The humble blade of grass is hand-woven into the delightful baskets and mats. They are popularly given to brides during marriage.

Bamboo work has been remained a culture of Bihar throughout the ages and time. Right form the pre-historic time forest dwelling tribes are experts in bamboo and cane work. They used to make many utility items like baskets, household wares, woven mats, furniture and cane products like cane furniture and other decorative objects. By utilizing their skill and techniques they turned these lifeless bamboo and cane into living object which are of great value in every day life.

Cane and bamboo products is another important industry of Assam. Assamese make beautiful furniture and roof tiles with cane. Common house hold articles like sieve, beer mug, winnowing pan, waterpot, small baskets and hats with colourful design and motif are made out of Bamboo.

Jute, the golden fibre, has traditionally been woven and knotted and braided by women of Bengal, often for domestic storage. Jute as a fabric was much popular in ancient times. Today Bengal is not only a major producer of jute goods ranging from pllush jute-blended carpets, to decorative tapestries, garden pot hangings, decorative hand bags, bedspreads and more. In 50 villages of the Kaliaganj area in West Dinajpur, the process of colouring, weaving of jute on single looms goes on, as the world outside turns once again to this wonderful natural fibre.

From the depths of time and the earliest chapters of civilization, comes a craft that endures. Bengal’s very own tradition in creating everyday and fancy articles from bamboo and cane, is rich and varied. More than 35,000 artisans practise this craft in different districts of rural Bengal.

The twin islands of Andaman and Nicobar are bequeathed with many marvels among which handicrafts like palm mats have gained nationwide recognition owing to their scintillating design and unparalleled durability.

The palm mats of Andaman and Nicobar islands can be easily retrieved from the markets that are positioned at the venue known as Port Blair. Generally the fiber that is employed in the manufacture of the palm mats from Andaman and Nicobar islands are materials extracted from the palm trees.

The settlers from Andhra Pradesh and Kerala in Andamans are famous for bamboo and cane works. They can make various exquisite items, in accordance to the provided designs. The beautiful cane baskets made from thin twigs of cane are useful for women to carry and store the market produce. The cane work, especially the furniture made in the cellular jail, is also very popular.