Namdas
Namdas
are a kind of mattress, originally from the state of Jammu and
Kashmir. These are made by felting the wool rather than weaving
it. A low quality wool mixed with a small quantity of cotton is
used to manufacture namdas. They are usually of two types, plain
and embroidered. Formerly, woolen yarn was used for embroidery,
but now acrylic yarn (cashmelon) is in use.
Prices of namdas depend upon their quality of wool, pattern (plain
or embroidery), size of the product and the neatness in designs.
Type |
Size |
Price(Rs.) |
Plain |
3' x 6' |
300 |
10' x 12' |
1000 |
Embroidered |
3' x 6' |
550 |
10 ' x 12' |
2000-2500 |
Gudmas
Gudma, another imperative article which originated from the state
of Jammu & Kashmir. It is a very warm article used as a quilt.
It resembles the Namda and is made of 'byang wool' having long
fibers. Gudmas essentially come in natural wool colour i.e. white,
black and grey. The designs on the base of the gudmas recently
came into fashion, for decorating them with flowers, animals and
geometrical designs.
As a craft Namdas and Gudmas are surviving with the help of government.
Prices depend upon the quality of wool, spinning, durability and
weight etc.
Type |
Size |
Price |
Plain |
3' x 6' |
1000- 2000 |
Embroidered |
10 ' x 12' |
1500- 3000 |