Design Gallery
Coconut Shell Product
The Art of Crafting Coconut
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Tool used to remove the coconut husk.
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The sand disc helps in removing the husk from the coconut shell.
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Different type of tools and instruments used for making coconut shell product.
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The artisan is working with the sanderdisc.
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The inner surface of the shell is smoothened using another buffing attachment.
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The brush helps in cleaning the inner part of the shell.
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The circular sandering machine is used to create the curvatures.
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The Buffing machine is used to polish the shell.
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Ice-cream bowl beautifully carved out of coconut shell.
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A variety of spoons made by combining coconut shell and coconut wood.
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Traditional puttu (Kerala dish) maker of Kerala.
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Fancy key chains made of coconut shell.
Alleppy, Kerala, is renowned for its coconut shell craftsmanship, traditionally practiced by coconut farmers, particularly from the Vishwakarma community. The process begins with collecting ripe coconuts, which are hollowed out to remove the copra. Skilled artisans then select well-shaped shells, clean and smoothen the surface, and cut them into the desired shape. Tools like stencils and bow blades are used to shape the shells, and edges are smoothed using files. Drilling is done for small holes if necessary, and different parts of the product are assembled with strong adhesives like Fevikwik or Fevicol. Artisans carve intricate designs onto the shell, followed by polishing with bee wax. To achieve a glossy finish, the product is coated with synthetic varnish. Finally, the finished piece is dried under the sun. The resulting items- such as bowls, vases, and lampshades- are recognized globally for their craftsmanship and unique appeal.
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