Design Resource
Moonj Basketry - Allahabad
The craft of Moonj-wild grass products
by
Products
The Moonj coiled grass products are ideal to serve daily life purposes. These natural products can be used as containers, food storage devices and wall decorators. The products are very simple, attractive and eco-friendly. The range of products includes Tipara-vanity case which is used to store rotis, Goli-round basket and containers of different sizes. Recent innovative products include book shelf, ear rings, fruit basket and hand purse. Among all products Tipara-Kadai is the traditional one. The Moonj craft also has a traditional significance as the final products are given as gifts for women in ritual functions and weddings.
