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The Balaramapuram sarees are exclusively made in the small town of Balarammapuram in the outskrits of Trivandrum, Kerala. These sarees are well known for its simplicity and worn as traditional costume by the women of Kerala.It is woven from un-dyed natural cotton, that compliments the tropical climate of Kerala. It is usually a cream stretch of cloth with 'Kasavu' (exquisite embroidery work created from silver wires coated with gold) borders.


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The Hindu : Weaving success (617 words)
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We went down to Balarampuram and studied the manufacturing process of handloom saris here.
Around 20 people are involved in different stages of making a sari, so we had to observe these methods to understand what changes to bring about and where, if needed," explains Medha.
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