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2026-09-09 14:29:42

5 Forgotten Sri Lankan Crafts That Deserve a Comeback Before They Disappear
Sri Lanka is famous for tea, beaches, temples and ancient ruins. But some of the island’s most remarkable treasures are much smaller—and they can disappear quietly. They are found in the hands of craftspeople. A woven mat made from natural fibre. A lace pattern created thread by thread. A wooden mask carved with a face that seems to carry an entire legend. A piece of lacquerware...

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2026-09-07 03:37:35

The Hidden World of Dumbara Weaving: How Sri Lankan Hands Turn Simple Fibre Into Living Art
What if a piece of woven fabric could tell you where it came from, who made it, and how generations of Sri Lankan craftsmanship survived into the modern world? That is the story behind Dumbara weaving. Known in Sinhala as Dumbara Rata, this traditional craft is associated particularly with the Dumbara region around Kandy and Matale. What may look like a simple woven mat or wall hanging is...

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2026-09-06 16:09:02

From Palm Leaves to Masterpieces: How Rural Sri Lankan Artisans Turn Simple Materials Into Art
What if some of the most beautiful things in Sri Lanka aren't made in expensive studios—but in small village workshops using materials that most people would overlook? A strip of palm leaf. A piece of clay. A block of wood. A handful of natural fibre. In the hands of a skilled artisan, these ordinary materials can become baskets, masks, sculptures, jewellery, household objects and...

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2026-08-31 04:17:02

The Handmade Comeback: Why Crafts Are Having a Major Moment in 2026
What if one of the best ways to escape the digital world is to simply make something with your hands? In 2026, crafting is no longer being treated as an old-fashioned hobby. From crochet and embroidery to journaling, needlepoint, handmade décor, and personalized gifts, people are increasingly looking for creative activities that feel tangible, personal, and genuinely human. Current...

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