Manufacturers, suppliers and wholesale distributors of shell crafts in India

Shells have been known for their colorful and shining apperance since time immemorial. It has served as money,musical instruments,as drinking cups, were used in magic, for ornamental purpose and for many other uses since early days of civilization. The shells are used to produce a variety of products, starting from attractively designed animals to human figures depicting ethnic costumes of various sizes. We can trace existence of this craft since Portuguese rule in Goa. Goa is the Center of Craft activities in India. In Portuguese architectures of Goa, one can see doors and windows decorated with sea-shells. In that sense, it can be said that the sea shell is one of the original crafts of Goa.

Shell comes next to gemstones in popularity, although it is more economical to afford than gemstones. Among many types of shells , Counch shell is considered most auspicious. It is a part of the rituals and ceremonies in Hindu homes since ancient times. The counch shell is placed on the place of worship or in temple in the homes. The counch shell is blown after every ritual and ceremony.

Bangles, bracelets spoons, forks, lockets, costume Jewelery, decorative measuring bowls, armlets are made from the counch shell. The articles made from counch shell are very much appreciated among the Indian households.however the items made from counch shell are costly as compared to other types of shell craft.

One more popular form of shell craft is tortoise shell craft. Jewelery boxes and covers are made from it. The boxes are created in beautiful floral and geometric patterns. The best use of tortoise shell craft is with the ivory. It gives an orange glow. Bangles, bracelets, spoons, forks, lockets, costume jewelery, decorative measuring bowls, armlets, small boxes, bangles, jewelery, decorative items, table lamps, ashtrays, buttons etc. Are made from this shell craft.

Sea shells are found along the coastal areas of the Indian beaches. The crafting of shells is practiced by the people living in coastal areas. The product made from sea shells are Posters, chandeliers, curtains, pot hangers, table lamps, table mats, clock and mirror frames. Shell beads, shell arts,shell bags, shell jewelery are some significant new products made from crafting the sea shell.

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