In this case it’s the inspiring work of the Hand Craftsmen and artisans engaged with Sabai Grass, that results in the creation of handicraft products that have nothing but pure and kindness behind. Sabai Grass strives to bring the traditions of Odisha to customers all around the world with its unique creations and products.
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Preserving the culture and art.
Over the years, Sabai Grass (Eulaliopsis Binate) has expanded its reach to bring more rural communities into its fold. Sabai Grass grows extensively in the districts of Mayurbhanj, Orissa. The cultivation of Sabai grass has brought light into the lives of tribal and poorer people of Mayurbhanj district of Orissa. Mayurbhanj district is known to be land of tribals of Orissa.
Among the 62 known tribal communities in Orissa, 45 can only be found in the Mayurbhanj area. In this country, Sabai Herb is called money plant because it provides them with income and meets their needs.The local folk have inherited it from their forefathers. In the absence of any incentives to continue the art, these communities were not in a position to promote it among future generations. With time, the unique art would have been lost to the world. With Sabai Grass stepping in, the fear of these art forms dying an unnatural death has been curbed. What Sabai Grass does is try to save their identity from getting lost in the long run.There are many kinds of products woven from this herb. All products are very environmentally friendly, and are made of plant dyes and colors that make them non-toxic; this strengthens the foundation of the green economy and promotes the concept of “recycling”.
Making Process
Sabai is a hardy grass that grows best in areas with 30 to 60 inches of annual rainfall. This kind of plant that used to grow in the wild is now harvested every three months, peak season being November to January. Since its slender leaves possess high-quality fibers, they are used as an important raw material for basket weaving. Because of its flexibility and strength, it is used to make ropes and other household rope products. Sabai rope is woven and wrapped in a special frame to give the final shape to each everyday item.
Sabai grass is washed by boiling in water and then coloured by boiling with dyes. It is then washed again in clear water and dried in the Sun. This herb is colored with natural lead-free dyes that are safe for the skin and the environment. The coloured Sabai grass is dried by spreading on the road. Only finer grass is used for handicrafts. The dyed grass is plaited or converted into ropes by twisting it. The plait is hand stitched line by line using strong cotton threads. The wall of the basket is being built by stitching.
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