Udyagiri Lily Wide & Narrow Comb Handicrafts While traditional Patachitra continues to

While traditional Patachitra continues to be practiced by skilled artisans in rural areas

decorative and festival products

Once the desired texture is attained

and accompanied by a pair of drums called thavil

Pattamadai Mats are handwaven by the Labbai Muslim weaver community of the village Pattamadai

Udyagiri Lily Wide & Narrow Comb Handicrafts While traditional Patachitra continues toUdayaigiri cutlery is known for its intricate carvings and fine proportions and is made by a few master craftspersons of the region. The craft probably originated during the time of the Quli Qutub Shah kings. The carvings are on wood sourced locally, from forests in and around Udayagiri, be it Nardi, Devadari, Bikki Chakka, Kaldi chakka or Palabarki. The most commonly used wood is from Nardi as it is very soft and easy to handle.