Bamboo Craft - Wayanad
Jewelries are made out of Dendrocalamus giganteus and Ochlandra scriptoria bamboos. The elephant bamboo is cut into strips of 2 inches. The process starts with the removal of silca with the help of Andhra Kati, and further with the small kati. The surface smoothening is done with the help of 120 number sandpaper. The desired shape is traced on the surface of the bamboo with the help of stencils. Once the shape is made it is cut out using hex saw machine. The edges are further smoothen on the grinding machine.
Once the shape is achieved holes are drilled to insert the threads. The surface is either burned or painted using acrylic colors to create patterns. Small beads are added and the whole jewelry is painted with clear varnish. Thus the product is packed and is ready for sale. Jewelries are made at UNARVU by a group of 10-15 women
