The origin of the weaving of Kasaragod sarees  in the region trace back to the 18th century AD. The history states that the weaver community called Shaliya has been migrated from the East Karavali cost of the present Karnataka State en route Tamil Nadu. The unique colour combination is one of the specialties of Sarees produced in Kasaragod. The dye predominantly used for dyeing yarn is Vat dyes free from Azo dyes and hence not harmful to body. The Kasaragod Sarees are famous for its luster and colour fastness due to the best dyeing quality and techniques. The looms are equipped additionally with lattice dobby and jacquard according to the design of the sarees woven. The lattice dobby is used to produce extra warp design on border of the saree and Jacquard for extra warp or extra weft.