Object
Why it exists
About this Item
About this Item
The classic Day of the Dead arrives on the Indian lands to create a gorgeous set of five wool felt ornaments crafted by the talented artisan Rajesh Gehlot. Inspired by this enchanting tradition and the Halloween season, Rajesh crafts each skull-shaped accessory from wool felt, adding colourful blooms accented with glass beads for a festive look. Each piece is equipped with cotton cords, allowing you to display its spooky beauty in all its glory.
Process
How it is made
First, we procure wool from Bikaner and Jaisalmer. It undergoes an initial cleaning process where burrs and black wool are removed; it is then fed into a 'bilo' machine to separate out dirt and thorns. Next, it passes through an opener machine—a process known locally as *pindai*—followed by a carding machine that forms the wool into rolls. These rolls are then processed in a hardening machine, where they are beaten for two to three minutes while steam is applied to set the material. Subsequently, the material undergoes milling with the addition of soap; it is beaten for two hours until fully prepared. If coloring is required, four sheets are placed together in a large vessel and boiled for 10 minutes, after which they are dried in a hydro-extraction machine. Finally, the material is cut into pieces— either by machine or by hand—according to the required size and sent for stitching.
Origin
India
HANDICRAFT RAJASTHAN JAIPUR INDIA
