The Dastkar Bazaar exhibition in Chennai celebrates crafts from across India

Bead Work jewelry
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On the Dastkar Bazaar, over 110 artisans from 18 Indian states come collectively to showcase the wonder and variety of India’s craftsmanship. Guests can discover a large line up crafts comparable to Sabai grass weaving, papier mache from Kashmir, neem wooden work, lacquer toys, seashell work, dhokra, Sholapith and rather more will likely be on show.

Dastkar is a nationwide NGO established in 1981, with the give attention to uplifting conventional Indian craftspeople and crafts.

For these in search of people artwork there may be Pichwai, Kalighat, Pattachitra and Madhubani. Miniature Gond and Sanjhi artwork additionally obtainable. Textile fanatics can select from handwoven linen, tussar silk saris and yardage, Kantha and Chikankari embroidered saris, Lambani work, batik, bandhani and extra. Additionally look out for a variety of Kalamkari hand painted saris.

Woodcraft from Odisha
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A sequence of artisan-led demonstrations, together with glass bangle making, carpet weaving, and Sholapith work, will likely be held on the venue. These periods present guests with a chance to delve into conventional Indian crafts and have interaction immediately with the artisans.

Cultural performances which are deliberate consists of the Chhau dance by artists from Jharkhand. Guests also can take pleasure in reside meals counters providing snacks from varied areas of India.

Coconut shell artwork
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