Kashimir Handicrafts shopping

Jammu and Kashmir is one of the states in India that is best known for its cultural heritage and rich craft which has prevailed since a very long time. One can easily spot the sculptures and carvings of the god's goddesses on the pillars or several constructions especially temples which are a common characteristic of folk art and is equally credible.

The art and craft in Kashmir specially is famous for its workmanship. Kashmiri art and craft is admired all over the world for the papier mache, wood work, silk ware, jewellery, floor covering, basketry, metal work, Clays and ceramics, mat weaving, leathers and furs and stone crafting.

Basket weaving

Basket weaving is done mainly by willow rushes which are found in abundance in marshes and lakes in Kashmir. All the objects made from willow are expensive and can range from shopping baskets and lampshade to tables and chairs. To increase the life of the final products should be chiseled properly and should also be made in contact with water frequently where the temperature is higher than in other areas so that they don't break easily. Baskets made from willow rush finds its use in different areas such as they can be used as picnic baskets, glass holders for holding teas, lampshades, work baskets and they can even serve as packing case which can hold the material when sent through road unattended.

Namdas

Namdas are the beautiful floor coverings which are made of woollen and cotton fibres which are given the shape manually and are cheap as compared to other products. The price of namdas depends actually on the percentage of wool used those with higher percentage are sold at a high price as compared to those with low wool percentage in them. Chain stitch embroidery in woolen and cotton thread is worked on these rugs.

Walnut wood item

The Walnut wood items are made from either of three part of tree the root, the trunk or the branches with three having different properties of their own. Veins are present in the trunks where as there no veins in branches. Branches are light in colour where as the trunk has a very dark colour. The costliest object is those made from the roots because of the kind of wood used.

In case of the items made from walnut wood the price is dependent on the amount of the carving artistry done on the object. Walnut wood is kind of soft wood therefore used by artists to carve out chinar leaves, flowers and vine leaves which can be used to carved only on borders or carved on full surfaces. They can be used o make variety of items which include salad bowls, nut bowls, trays photo frames. From small items it can also be used to make big items like dining table with six chairs.

Copper and Silverware

Copper wares can be easily found in the parts of old city these are generally found hanging on the walls and also cover up most of the part of floor and even ceilings. Samovars, bowl, plates and trays are engraved by craftsmen in these shops.

The designs that include floral geometric or leaf are engraved or embossed on copper and sometimes on silver and then oxidized. It makes them appear that they are coming out of the back ground. This is known as 'Naqashi'. The amount of naqashi done and the weight are the two important factors for price determination

Today, with the help of technology, you can get Jammu and Kashmir handicrafts just by way click on laptops or mobiles. Online shopping is a revolution to bring all different handicrafts from all over India at your door step