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Saravanan makes stools using different weaving techniques like checkered weave, diagonal weave and honeycomb weave. Photos: Kanithra Naidu

Blind crafter Saravanan Velayuthan is adept at weaving and basic woodworking, and has been using his crafting skills to eke out a living for the last 25 years. 

The 54-year old's specialty lies in making nylon-woven footstools, stools and tables. 

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