The artisans of Sandur Kushalakala Kendra known as the "Lambanis" are banjaras or more commonly known as the nomadic tribe. The word "banjara" is derived from a sanskrith word 'Vanaj' or 'Banaj' meaning a trader.

Banjara can be broken up into two: "Ban" which translates as jungle and "Jara" as wanderer or mover i.e., one who moves or wanders in the jungle. The Banjaras or Vanajaras were ancient carriers of foodgrains on the backs of animals. Living in communion with nature, they have retained their own characteristics culture and heritage.

The wanderlust of all nomadic tribes gave them a certain gaiety, which is reflected in their song, dance and attire. Since, they had no permanent homes, their aesthetic sense was apparent in their clothes, mode of transport and few personal belongings. Universally, the use of needle and thread is to embellish clothing; and then proceed to embroider other articles of everyday use.

The embroidered objects were also closely linked with the rituals associated with their rites of passage and this was very true of the Lambada people in many rural communities. The Banjara community is one of the many Indian communities which are known for their various coloured ornaments, bangles and dresses in colourful garbs. Their lifestyle is very obvious in their style of clothing.

Artisans in the Sandur Kushalakala Kendra are Lambanis who settled in Sandur years ago and are now a dominant community in and around the taluk of Sandur. They still live in seperate Tandas or groups away from the city.

Today their social status has improved drastically. most of the lambani families now own lands for agriculture. There are a lot of lambanis who apart from doing needle job also do other activities like mining, tailoring, etc.

Today Sandur Kushalakala Kendra works with more than 300 women in about 10 tandas. They are paid on piece rate and are also given subsidised ration every month.

Lambanis, today have travelled worldwide. They have gone for design workshops in Delhi, Bombay, Sydney, London, Spain etc. They have also been successfull to help SKKK sell their designed products all over India and Santa Fe in America. Sandur Kushalakala Kendra is very fortunate to work with some of the Best Artisans who definitely contribute a lot to the success of the craft organisation.