Bull Rush Reed Artist
sahana davallappa satpute
Laxmeshwer, Karnataka
Davalappa Satpute, inspired by his family’s agricultural background, discovered the potential of bulrush reeds in eighth grade. Collaborating with Mr. Gopi Krishna from the handloom industry, he explored weaving techniques at exhibitions. His focus on bulrush deepened, leading to three years of training a group in Tumkur. The pandemic brought Davalappa back to Laxmeshwar, where Sahana Reed and Leather emerged. Seeing an opportunity, he trained local women in bulrush weaving, empowering them with a valuable skill. The process involves cultivating, harvesting, and hand-splitting bulrush for year-round use. Now, Davalappa’s family and 15-20 village women engage in the craft, making Sahana Reed and Leather a beacon of community empowerment and skill development.
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Bulrush reed craft, also known as bulrush weaving or bulrush basketry, is an ancient craft practiced by cultures around the world for centuries. Bulrush reeds, also called cattails or typha, grow abundantly in wetland areas, providing a sustainable and readily available material for craftspeople. Skilled artisans harvest these reeds and transform them into various functional and decorative objects, including baskets, mats, hats, and even furniture.
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