Designing digital library of a Kashmiri craft "Papier Machie" using greenstone

The study focuses on development of digital library of Kashmiri handicraft "Papier-Machie". The art is one of the most famous and exported handicraft of Kashmir. The Greenstone Digital Library Software has been used to design digital library of "Paper-Machie" handicraft. The digital library will be a knowledge resource providing opportunities for storing, managing and retrieving information about each facet of the craft including designs, products, shapes, sizes and material used etc. The study is first of its kind as it highlights the treasure trove of one of the crafts of Kashmir. It will open a new vista of creation of digital library or heritage repository.