West Bengal Handicrafts - The Jute Story

Jute, also known as the golden fibre, for its golden and silky shine, is one of the most essential fibres produced in West Bengal. For several years, this product has been used to make a wide variety of accessories.

Even today, jute is used to make bags, hammocks, tea coasters, bottle covers, door mats, belts, and other products like folders. The coarse quality of jute is beautiful and loved by people for its rustic and earthy appeal.

One of the leading West Bengal handicrafts is jute and it is particularly popular till this day. Let’s take a look at some of the products made in jute and offered by us.

  • Handcrafted Jute Horses

This pair of handcrafted jute horses is particularly beautiful and reminds one of the Terracotta Kothakoli horses. Jute dolls have been around for a while but have been made slightly differently for the past 5 to 6 years. These dolls are made by twisting the jute threads which gives them the desired shape. Small pieces of jute are coloured with natural dyes and add features to the doll.

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  • Handcrafted Jute Owl and Ganesha

This particular artefact is made by Bolpur artisan Gourango Das. This is a very unique piece that is shaped like an owl on the top and like Lord Ganesha at the bottom. The owl is considered the “bahon” or the ride of Goddess Laxmi while Lord Ganesha is considered the God of wealth. Together they symbolize good fortune and good luck.

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  • Lord Ganesha

Another popular jute West Bengal handicraft is the Lord Ganesha artefact made by Bolpur artist Gourango Das. This is a unique wall hanging which is said to bring good fortune and wealth to the buyer. Not only can this be worshipped but it can also be used as a home decor item. It has been made with a lot of care and attention to detail.

Buy from: https://www.thebengalstore.com/crafts/jute-craft/hanging-ganesha 

  • Handcrafted jute owl

These cute pair of jute owls are particularly simple and beautiful. These are also made by Bolpur artisan Gourango Das. The pair of owls are considered the “bahon” or the ride of the Goddess Laxmi, and hence are treated with utmost respect. The pair of jute owls signify wealth and prosperity and are considered to be extremely lucky. They can also be used as home decor.

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  • Handcrafted Jute Box

This round-shaped jewellery box or box for general-purpose use is perfect for small charms and jewellery pieces. It’s not only sturdy but it is also very compact. The compact nature of the box makes it very popular for use. The box helps things stay in place and that is what makes it very popular. So, not only is this box useful, but it is also very beautiful.

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  • Handcrafted Jute Tissue Box

This tissue box is particularly beautiful and useful. It makes for a great addition to the powder room or the drawing room. This compact and simple handcrafted jute box will be useful for your room.

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Wrapping Up

Jute is one of the leading fibres that is used in West Bengal to produce a variety of products. Some of the innovative products that can be made from jute are listed above.

West Bengal handicrafts are renowned throughout the world and they are also very popular. One of the important products is those made from jute.