Lacemaking

Lacemaking

    Lace was Introduced to Sri Lanka by the Portuguese. It has now become an indigenous craft and developed into a reputed household industry, mostly around the southwestern coast. Lacemaking households can be seen in Weligama, Galle, Matara, and Hambantota.

    The way, the hands dexterously handle the tools to create intricate patterns is fascinating to witness. A skill that is almost exclusively found amongst women, these lacemaking techniques are found as trimmings on dresses, curtains, table spreads, garments, and covers for pillows, cushions, and chairs.

    Lace was Introduced to Sri Lanka by the Portuguese. It has now become an indigenous craft and developed into a reputed household industry, mostly around the southwestern coast. Lacemaking households can be seen in Weligama, Galle, Matara, and Hambantota.

    The way, the hands dexterously handle the tools to create intricate patterns is fascinating to witness. A skill that is almost exclusively found amongst women, these lacemaking techniques are found as trimmings on dresses, curtains, table spreads, garments, and covers for pillows, cushions, and chairs.

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