Sabai Grass Penstand Beni (Green) pipli known for their vibrant colors

known for their vibrant colors

The charming single ikat work only adds to the beauty

The coffee in this was carefully dried on raised beds to maintain consistency

'Pasapali' saree is amongst the most beautiful sambalpuri sarees

traditionally used by the tribal communities of the Koraput region for centuries

Sabai Grass Penstand Beni (Green) pipli known for their vibrant colorsThe artistic hands of rural people have given a new recognition in handicraft. Sabai grass is collected from the forest mainly by the rural women who are then dried and made into ropes by manually operated machines . The dyes used for colouring the rope are synthetic dyes. These are then used for making utility items.