Toran Making
Some of the tools and raw materials used for the Toran Making at Ahmedabad are as follows.
• Woolen Yarn:
It is used to hang the decorative items in the toran.
• Scissor:
It is generally used to cut out the required length and width of the fabrics.
• Needle:
It is thin cylindrical object used for various purposes as per the need.
• Beads (with shinning surface):
It is usually of various sizes and shapes used as per the ornamentation.
• Woolen Thread Balls:
It is used to enhance the toran with the pom-pom effect.
• Shells:
Thin light weight shells are generally preferred in the toran making.
• Saree Borders:
It is preferred by the artisan for the toran making at Ahmedabad.
• Kundan:
In few cases these stones are preferred for the toran making.
• Golden Ribbons:
It is used to give the border effect for the torans.
• Plastic Decorative with Bells:
In some cases bells with plastic decorations are preferred.
• Stuffing Material:
It is used as a filling material.
