Sikki Grass Products of Bihar

Sikki, the king of stemmed grass found in the wet lands of North Bihar is used as a basic raw material. The common long grass is wired and stitched together with Pasikki, dyed in several different shades, using a thick needle called Takua. The craft products often depict the daily rhythms of craftsperson’ lives to their natural surroundings, mythological and religious aspects. Replicas of gods, goddess and temples depicting Hindu epics to modern functional items like tray, baskets, pen stand, necklaces and bangles are also crafted.