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One interesting
handicraft is Tekatan or Tuji Timbul (Raised Embroidery) the
traditional art of gold and silver embroidery which originated
in Perak. It is said to have originated from Indian and
Chinese influence.
This skillful art, mainly carried out by Malay women
involves the "looming" of sparkling gold and silver
thread onto attractive pieces of velvet using only their
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Traditional designs are used to form
the motifs on the bed furnishings for the members of the royal
families, but today, Tekatan is also popular amongst the ordinary
people as bridal fans, shoes and cushions.
It is also used to
decorate the "pelamin" (bridal stand) at Malay weddings.
"Tekat" tradition states that the embroiderer's hands
should be washed in salt water before starting to weave to ensure
the complete dryness of the hands while working.
This form of creative craft can be kept for up to 200 years, and is
a gift certainly worth treasuring. |
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