The operation of a block-making machine is based on the vibration and compression of the concrete. They have a hopper in which to receive and store the fresh cement for the production of the blocks. After this, the material is dosed in to fill the mould with the right amounts.A manifestation of the design sketch into reality, the process of block-making marks the beginning of the production process of a typical FG style. Laborious yet rewarding, it involves many stages. Tracing of the design (likhai) with calligraphic charm, the first stage involves recreating the sketch on a wooden block.