Traditionally basket weaving was left to the women, but as the years passed by the men also found themselves engaged in the art form. The Carib Indians collect the plant material, known as Larouma, and allow it to dry. The Larouma is then dyed using various methods and used to make the various attractive baskets.

In the last few years a lot of emphasis has been placed on the development and marketing of the Carib baskets. The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States-Export Development Unit (OECS-EDU) held a training session for Artisans in August of 2002, in which 15 artisans were trained in Craft making.

Based on the positive responses obtained by the artisans in this training session, the Dominica Export Import Agency (DEXIA) was given the responsibility to market the Kalinago Craft. As a result, the Kalinago Craft Development Project was initiated.

The objective of the project is to promote and export the handcrafted items produced by the Carib Indians. The Agency has worked tirelessly marketing the Kalinago Craft Collection, showcasing the products in local, regional and international trade shows, promotional brochures and flyers, and a promotional catalogue.

One major trade show, which DEXIA uses to showcase the Kalinago Craft, is the Caribbean Gift and Craft Show (CGCS). DEXIA has participated in this event every year from 2003. The collection was judged best hand-crafted product for 2004, its second year at the show. Participants at the CGCS not only showcase the product but also showcase Carib culture and builds capacity.