From there the silk is further processed and dyed. The best advice in buying Thai Silk is to do it while in Thailand. You'll get the best choice, best quality and the best price. This is an age-old tradition, as a glimpse at virtually any temple in Thailand will tell. In addition to decorative panels and furniture, everyday items such as serving bowls and spoons are often adorned by carvings.
Trainees first master the art of drawing before they are trained in the art of woodcarving.
Look for small intricately carved 'spirit houses' adorned with hand-cut coloured mirrors which you will see in larger designs everywhere on the island. These 'spirit houses' serve to keep the good spirits around to protect the Thai people. A good rule of thumb is the more detail on the carved items the more expensive. In addition to the many shops in Canal Village selling traditional Thai products you can find a selection of casual sports wear at the trendy Banyan Tree Galleries boutique. All part of .