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Kerela Handicrafts

Art and crafts of Kerala gets a special mention because these are part and parcel of Kerala tourism. Handicrafts in Kerala is popular and it attracts a lot of international tourists.
Kerala handicrafts

Kerala

Kerala is the place that is most sought after destination for tourists in India. It is the state of perfect climate, fertile soil, liberal hospitality and much more. With lovely places, exotic beaches, stunning landscapes, Kerala is truly the Gods own country. This is one state where you can have the pleasure of enjoying tea gardens, sandy beaches, religious gateways, beautiful sanctuaries and more. Likewise, the state has an edge as far as handicrafts are concerned because Kerala has a tradition of making beautiful handicrafts with articles like ivory, bamboo, palm leaves, seashells, wood, coconut shells, clay, cloth, metals, stone and so on.
Kerala

Kerela crafts

The state of Kerala is affluent in a range of artistic handicrafts. The state has a rich cultural heritage, which is depicted in its art and crafts. The articles available here ranges from ayurvedic soaps, balms, wood carving, woven fiber baskets, mats and curios and much more. Each of these Kerala handicrafts showcases decade old traditions. Even the temples of Kerala include many crafts of metal alloys made out of a mixture of brass, tin and copper, which create popular tower-like lamps.

The various Kerala handicrafts available include Brass and Bell Metal Works, Coir and Cane Products, Ivory Works, Lacquer Ware, Sandalwood Carving, Textiles, Wooden Toys, Kathakali Masks, and Wood Carving amongst others

Kerela handicrafts products

Brass and Bell Metal Works
Coir and Cane Products
Ivory Works
Lacquer Ware
Sandalwood Carving
Textiles
Wooden Toys
Kathakali Masks
Wood Carving

The Brass and Bell Metal art is one of the famous arts of the state of Kerala. It uses alloy of tin, copper and brass to create idols of mythological events like the 'Tandava Dance'. Moreover this metal is used for making lamps and various household articles.

Coir and Cane Products are used to create eco friendly items like coir mattresses, floor furnishings, mats and other colorful articles. Coir products manufacturing is an important part of the cottage industry in Kerala. Calicut and Kollam are two places that produce these coir products.

Ivory carving is another traditional handicraft of Kerala. The various items made out of ivory includes mythological characters, showpieces etc.

Lacquer Ware is the bland of woodcraft and metal. The artistic woodcarvings created by artisans are given lacquer finish and the finally the product is decorated with precious metals. Ernakulam produces some of the best Lacquer Ware.

Sandalwood Carving is the making of beautiful products with sandalwood. These products include boxes, small models of animals, ashtrays, Kathakali dance postures, candle stands and so on. Cochin, Trichur, Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam have many sandalwood carving industries.

Textiles in Kerala mainly include Kancheepuram silks, used to create fine and beautiful saris.

Wooden Toys are irresistible souvenirs for any one coming to Kerala. These fascinating wooden toys are created out of wood caring and are popular art form of the state.

Manufacturers of Kerela handicrafts

1. B.M. Handicrafts is a leading handicraft manufacturing unit registered under Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board located in Cochin, Kerala.

Address: Building No. V/222A, Near Chithranjali Junction
Chithranjali Kuthiravattathu Road, Chithrapuzha, Irumpanam.P.O
Ernakulam District, Kochi - 682309
Kerala, India
http://bmhc.webconhost.co.in/index.html

2. Kera Palm Creations are exporters and manufacturer of coconut shell handicrafts, mats, hammocks, rugs, durries, bamboo products, natural grass, and much more

Address: Sri Ratnappan T 3 930 A Rahul Nivas, South of Asramamm Junction Poonthoppu ward, Alleppy, Kerala India
http://www.kerapalcreations.com
3. Kerala Handicrafts manufactures and exports handcraft products and antiques.
Address: C-6/90, Jew Town, Kochi, Kerala - 682 002 (India)
4. Craft World manufactures wooden handicrafts.

Address: 111/6 Illikkal Building, Karngachira. P.O, Cochin, Kerala India

 

Exporters of Kerela handicrafts

1. Xl Enterprises Ltd exports handicraft items, fashion bags, mats, wood handicraft, brass handicraft, cashew nuts and agro food

Address: Edackodu,Thripplazhikom P O, kollam, Kerala India

2. Shreyas Exports dceals in exporting handicrafts, fashion garments, ornaments, semiprecious stones etc.

Address: Robinson road, Opp. City hospital, Palakkad, Kerala India

3. Associated Traders, Cochin, Kerala deals in manufacturing and exporting Handicrafts & Wood Products for Musical Instruments.

Address: MIG - 417, Panampilly Nagar, Cochin - 682036, Kerala
www.associatedtraders.com

 

The export market of Kerala handicraft is spread over countries like Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Srilanka, USA, China and Malaysia.  The Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) is a non-profit organization that aids in creating necessary infrastructure and marketing facilities to exporters and importers. The Council is also engaged in promotion of quality handicrafts.


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