Design Resource
Bamboo Window Mat Weaving - Cochin, Kerala
Traditional Art of Weaving
by
Prof. Bibhudutta Baral and Sowmya B. N.
Tools and Raw Materials
Tools and raw materials used for Bamboo Window Mat Weaving are as follows:
| • Bamboo | - Main raw material used for making window mat. Round and flat shaped bamboo are used. |
| • Thread | - Nylon 100% thread is used for bamboo blinds weaving. |
| • Polypropylene Strap | - Is used to make edge for bamboo window mat finishing. |
| • Power Loom | - Is used to weave the bamboo sticks. |
| • Sewing Machine | - Used to stitch the edge of the bamboo window blinds. |
| • Cross Cutting Machine | - The machine is used to cut the bamboo blinds according to the required size. |
| • Pulley and Lock | - These two materials are used for fixing the window blind. |
