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Follow us:WhatsappFacebookTwitterTelegram.cls-1{fill:#4d4d4d;}.cls-2{fill:#fff;}Google NewsGlass bangles, bangle stands, thread ear rings, brass chains, pearl sets and a lot more. A crafts exhibition surely hints at a load of junk jewelry and fine range of sarees and kurthis. But this time there are a few new highlights. Hailing from Odisha, there is a stunning array of tribal jewellery. Painted using flower dyes, these earrings and necklaces are made from a mix of stone powder and clay.“These are crafted by tribals of Odisha. They pick half-bloomed flowers and make this jewelry at night time because, during day time the tree gum used in this jewelry dries off. It is almost unbreakable, unless you purposefully try to break it,” says S Kumar who hails from Ganjam, Odisha. Brass jewellery from Odisha are also worth the price, for their rustic appeal.Made of Assam Teak, the wooden massage rollers with spikes are a big hit at this time’s All India Craft and Handloom Bazaar held at VJT Hall. On inquiring whether it would hurt to use the spiky massagers, the artisans from Uttar Pradesh are very enthusiastic to give a free demonstration. The hand massage roller is priced Rs 50 and the feet roller Rs 400. Every state has something to flaunt at their respective stalls. The heavy temple jewelry from Vadacheri, Tamil Nadu is a good bargain for the dancers. The terracotta pots and wind chimes from Andhra Pradesh would add charm to your garden or courtyard.Kids swarm near the Mysore stall at the entrance where wooden toys ranging from tops to kitchen sets to dolls are displayed in clusters. In bright blues and fierce red shades, butter silk sarees with block prints from Kashmir are light and easy to drape.Peppy chains and ear loops from Mumbai’s Juhu Market are cheap and attractive.Apart from Aranmula mirrors and lamps, there are the coconut shell curious from Kerala too lined up among the items. From the traditional coconut shell ladles to miniature coconut trees to cup and saucers the creativity is spell binding. The exhibition is on till September 23. Time: 10 am to 9.30 pm.first published:September 15, 2012, 11:49 ISTlast updated:September 15, 2012, 11:49 IST
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Glass bangles, bangle stands, thread ear rings, brass chains, pearl sets and a lot more. A crafts exhibition surely hints at a load of junk jewelry and fine range of sarees and kurthis. But this time there are a few new highlights. Hailing from Odisha, there is a stunning array of tribal jewellery. Painted using flower dyes, these earrings and necklaces are made from a mix of stone powder and clay.

“These are crafted by tribals of Odisha. They pick half-bloomed flowers and make this jewelry at night time because, during day time the tree gum used in this jewelry dries off. It is almost unbreakable, unless you purposefully try to break it,” says S Kumar who hails from Ganjam, Odisha. Brass jewellery from Odisha are also worth the price, for their rustic appeal.

Made of Assam Teak, the wooden massage rollers with spikes are a big hit at this time’s All India Craft and Handloom Bazaar held at VJT Hall. On inquiring whether it would hurt to use the spiky massagers, the artisans from Uttar Pradesh are very enthusiastic to give a free demonstration. The hand massage roller is priced Rs 50 and the feet roller Rs 400. Every state has something to flaunt at their respective stalls. The heavy temple jewelry from Vadacheri, Tamil Nadu is a good bargain for the dancers. The terracotta pots and wind chimes from Andhra Pradesh would add charm to your garden or courtyard.

Kids swarm near the Mysore stall at the entrance where wooden toys ranging from tops to kitchen sets to dolls are displayed in clusters. In bright blues and fierce red shades, butter silk sarees with block prints from Kashmir are light and easy to drape.

Peppy chains and ear loops from Mumbai’s Juhu Market are cheap and attractive.

Apart from Aranmula mirrors and lamps, there are the coconut shell curious from Kerala too lined up among the items. From the traditional coconut shell ladles to miniature coconut trees to cup and saucers the creativity is spell binding. The exhibition is on till September 23. Time: 10 am to 9.30 pm.