Artisan
Mahinda Bandara
Kurunegala, North Western Province 17 years of experience
Cane weaving · Rattan furniture
Biography
Weaving cane the village way.
Mahinda took up cane work after leaving farming. His workshop in Kurunegala produces baskets, planters and small furniture pieces, all handwoven.
The Craft Story
Cane is soaked until pliable, then woven tight so the basket tightens as it dries.
The Gallery
Creations by Mahinda