History
Coir craft uses coconut husk fibre for ropes, mats, geotextiles, and household goods. Kerala’s coasts, especially Alappuzha, are long associated with coir spinning and weaving.
Visual & Traditional Arts
Coir Craft
Rope, mats, and fibre products from coconut husk — a coastal Kerala hallmark.
About
Coir craft uses coconut husk fibre for ropes, mats, geotextiles, and household goods. Kerala’s coasts, especially Alappuzha, are long associated with coir spinning and weaving.
Category
Visual & Traditional Arts
Type
Fibre craft
Notes
Coconut husk fibre products
Where to see
Coastal coir centres, notably Alappuzha
Origin district
Craft and visual-art centres across Kerala.
Community/tradition
Artisan families and craft communities.
Costume
Not a stage costume form; makers work in workshop or studio dress.
Makeup
Not applicable.
Musical instruments
Not applicable.
Performance occasions
Coastal coir centres, notably Alappuzha.
Famous artists
Traditional artisan families and revival craftspeople.
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