DIY Tholu Christmas Leather Puppet kit

POTLI DIY Ornament kit - Handmade Tholu Bomalata Christmas Puppets - For 8 yrs - 80 yrs. It is a great activity for children and adults alike.

This Tholu Bomalata kit is a great way to learn about and experience this traditional Indian art form. Make christmas decorations on parchment leather and learn about this 2000 years old art form. These puppets glow against light. Ideal for window decorations as well! 

Tholu Bommalata, Leather Shadow Puppets of Andhra Pradesh is a traditional craft and performing art that has existed since 200BC. Its one of the oldest forms of Performing Arts in India. Traditionally, shadow puppets of epics like Ramayan and Mahabharat were made and stories narrated. Support the artisans and bring a smile on their faces!

The kit includes everything you need to create your own shadow puppet, including a parchment leather piece, a printout of the puppet, extra practice leather pieces, tracing paper, drawing inks, a painting brush, a bamboo pen, string, and an instruction leaflet.

This Kit encourages non-digital and tactile play . We stimulate creative thinking and imaginative play while sharing the rich cultural heritage of India.

Potli is a member of FAIR TRADE FORUM-India. We follow all FAIR TRADE practices laid down by the Forum.

Care Instructions - Adult supervision may be needed as the kit contains paints and small parts, and to read from the facts sheet.

Dimension 13*18*4cm