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Handloom

Long ago handloom was reserved exclusively for the royalty and the renowned in the country and special villages were designated to practice the craft. However, now Handloom is generally found around the island as a self-employed or entrepreneurial activity where this skill which has been passed down from generation to generation has been revived and practiced.

Among handloom products in Sri Lanka are, curtains, cushion overs and other household decorative items, saris and garments as well as everyday items such as books and bags.

Handwoven fabrics, with its vibrant colours and simple or elaborate patterns have become a favourite among shoppers.

One of the oldest line of craft-work in Sri Lanka, pottery is still popular in this modern day of steel and plastic.

Clay pottery mainly consists of a spinning wheel with soft clay placed on top, ready to be moulded into the required shape and the follow-up steps such as keeping the shaped pot in a brick oven to solidify the figurine.

The clay pots with their rustic look, solid texture and historic background is perhaps, what draws most towards its charm. In addition to clay pots, terracotta figures, vases and other utensils are made from clay pottery as well.

Traditional carved masks with bright tropical colors is a much loved souvenir and it will be a beautiful addition to a home or office. Painted faces of monsters from folk tales adorn the masks of different colors.
Traditional Sri Lankan mask is hand carved by an edura (exorcist), out of local wood and polished using certain plant leaves. Then the mask is painted using natural organic and mineral based pigments.
In Sri Lanka, masks are used for mask dances. According to traditional beliefs, hanging masks in the household cast off the evil eye.
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