Banjara Craft Story

Vibrant and dizzying patterns, hand embroidered on square cushion covers, by the Banjara tribals in Karnataka. Predominantly by women artisans who work to earn an honest livelihood & live with dignity.Lambani work & Kasuti Embroidery are some of the traditional arts that continue to thrive owing to Sabala Handicrafts who train the Banjara women in these crafts.Sabala does a lot more than train the women.

Besides providing a livelihood, they also work in creating a social & economic system to support the women artisans. Whether it is financial aid, educating the children or providing moral support, they have created a safe community & companionship for the local artisans.