Gather fresh or slightly dried sal leaves from nearby forests or trees, making sure they are clean and free from damage.
Wash the collected leaves gently with water to remove dust, dirt, and insects, then dry them naturally or with a cloth.
Overlap 5 to 8 leaves and stitch them using thin bamboo sticks, small wooden pins, or food-grade thread to form a round plate-sized mat.
Place the stitched leaf mats into a metal mold or heat press machine to shape them into plates and bond the leaves firmly.
Dry the molded plates in the sun or in a drying chamber to ensure all moisture is removed and the plates become stiff and durable.
Trim the edges to give the plates a neat shape, inspect for any damage, and pack them carefully for storage or sale.
