Stone Studded Photo Frame - Srikalahasti
Following are some of the tools and raw materials used for the production:
Tweezers:
It is generally used for picking the small objects for easy handling.
Stones:
Stones of red, blue, green, yellow, light blue, Dark blue: Different coloured stones are used to highlight the image of the paintings.
Frame Pieces:
It is used to fit together the pieces for a shape and support.
Cardboard:
It is a generic term for heavy duty paper of various strengths of corrugated layers.
Wood Sheet:
As per the heavy work on the photo frames the thickness of the wood sheets are selected to balance it.
Frame Glass:
It is generally used as a covering which is transparent in viewing the inner objects.
Screws:
It is generally used to hold the objects together and position them.
Electric Wires:
It redirects the electrical charges to the lamps and also protects people and property from electric shock.
Pliers:
It is a firm tool used to hold the objects firmly.
Serial Lights:
It is used to highlight the effect of the photo frame.
Screw Drivers:
It is usually used in turning/ removing screws.
Cutter:
It is used to cut out the left over wires.
Cellotape:
It is used to keep the frames held together.
Hammer:
It is used to join the two parts of the frames together firmly.
Nails:
Small iron nails are generally preferred for nailing the parts together.
Mould:
The mould of Lord Venkateswara is mostly bought from shops.
Glue:
Glue is used in studding the stones into the mould.
Paints:
Various colours are used in painting the idol.
Brushes:
Brushes help in painting.
