Saree Weaving- Gadwal

Rooted in the temple town of Gadwal, the saree carries within its folds the weight of sacred geographies, royal patronage, and craft legacies nurtured over centuries.

Shikara (Boat)~ Kashmir

Also called the ‘camel of Dal Lake’ due to its importance, the multi-functional shikaras are a lifeline for the people of Kashmir.

Copper Craft ~ Chiling, L...

Copper and brass have played a significant role in fulfilling these needs. Even today, in most traditional Ladakhi kitchens such utensils are commonly seen

Wooden Toys ~ Nirmal

Made from a locally sourced lightweight wood and then hand-painted, giving them a distinctive local aesthetic.

Saree Weaving ~ Pochampal...

Silk Saree weaving Pochampally stand out for their unique quality and beautiful color combinations.

Coppersmith Craft ~ Kashm...

Copper craft has played a significant role in Indian household for centuries, embodying both cultural importance and practical advantages.

Phad Painting ~ Bhilwara

Phad paintings are unique because of their distinctive stories. Unlike linear storytelling, the space in Phad paintings is divided according to the epic geography, creating a sort of ‘epic map.’

Bamboo Craft, Balaghat

Bamboo, recognized as an important forest produce, holds immense significance in the socio-economic fabric of rural Madhya Pradesh.

Baiga Adivasi Fabric

The craft of baiga adivasi fabric is deeply connected with the cultural and social lifestyle of the community.

Lacquer Wood, Nirona- Kut...

The lacquer wooden products crafted in Nirona village, Kutch, hold profound significance at the intersection of cultural, economic, and artistic realms.

Mukha Mask Making, Majuli...

The intricate artistry and craftsmanship embedded in the creation of masks on this river island have contributed significantly to tradition and heritage.

Stone Carving, Bhubaneshw...

In the thriving city of Bhubaneswar, skilled stone carving artisans engage in the meticulous craft of producing iconic religious symbols, luxurious goods, and intricate artworks.

Wallnut Wood Carving, Sri...

Srinagar is known for its crafts. Across the areas of Safa Kadal, Noor Bagh and Fateh Kadal are karkhanas (workshop) famous to crafts such as pashmina, copper carving, embroidery and walnut wood carving.

Kharad weaving, Kutch

The art of weaving Kharad is an age-old craft meticulously practiced by the nomadic communities of Kutch.

Ashavali Brocade, Ahmedab...

Ashawali Brocade, woven in silk and hailing from the heart of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, carries with it a name that echoes through the corridors of time.

Applique craft ~ Pipli

The significance of Pipli appliqué lies in its strength, allowing it to withstand strong sunlight, wind, or rain with its unique appliqué patterns and colors adding character to the craft.

Wood Carving – Kull...

Kullu wood carving, rooted in the Himalayan Kath-Khuni tradition, blends structural ingenuity with intricate artistry, reflecting the region’s evolving cultural and spiritual identity.

Screw Pine Craft ~ Thriss...

The plant screw pine is identified by its leaves which are sword like, thin and long, with a rough green surface. They are largely used for making the products like baskets and mats.

Bamboo Craft ~ Wayanad

Bamboo is a largely used natural fiber in the state of Kerala. In this state, bamboos are found in abundance in home gardens and in forests. Wayanad is considered as one of the major districts in Kerala, in bamboo production.

Weaving ~ Kuthampully, Th...

The Kuthampully weavers are known for their creation of classic off-white garment with gold kasavu border. It is widely appreciated for its fine quality.

Weaving ~ Kasaragod

The weavers of Kasargod hand weave the sarees, following the traditional methods. They are considered as the best-known cotton sarees with a fine thread count of 60s, 80s and 100s and are the most preferred outfit for every traditional occasion in Kerala.

Kathakali Headgear ~ Vell...

Headgear is an important part for Kathakali performances as it allows actors to embody the characters they are playing. Due to the elaborate headgear worn by the performers, they look larger than life and are able to intensify the theatrical aspect of the performance.

Lambani Embroidery ~ Ball...

The Lambanis are a nomadic community who are believed to have come to India from Sindh.

Kunbi Saree ~ Goa

Kunbi checked saree was initially worn by the women in the tribes of Kunbi and Gadwa. These women worked in paddy fields and the style of draping was such that allowed these women to carry their daily chores and hard fieldwork with ease.

Pottery ~ Khavda, Kutch

Temple Pottery ~ Puri

Mural paintings~Thiruvana...

Nettur Petti ~ Maradu, Er...

Weaving ~ Chendamangalam

Coconut Shell Craft ~ Way...

Bundi Paintings ~ Bundi

Bidri ~ Bidar

Bidri is significant in India for the beauty of the designs and patterns etched in silver against the deep black colour that makes the product appealing to the eye and draws a large number of consumers world-wide.

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Kota Doria- Kaithun, Kota

Saree Weaving ~ Vanavasi

Vanavasi sarees are an intricate and time taking woven sarees. It requires precision and years of practice to master this craft. Some of the popular motifs are mango, peacock and diamond in the craft.

Sankheda Craft

Sankheda furniture is a common gift during marriages in the Gujarati community. The bride’s family gifts it to her during her wedding. They consider it as precious as gold.

Saree Weaving~Paramakudi

Initially, Paramakudi sarees featured simple colours and designs for daily wear. Now, the borders of the saree include motifs that replicate the temple architecture and design further contributing to their specialty.

Crochet~Panjim, Goa

The Panjim crochet is used to make a wide variety of pieces- all the way from garments to bed and bath. The use of crochet also ranges from the most basic utilitarian to haute couture.

Saree Weaving~Manamedu

The artisan of Manamedu usually explore geometrical motifs; straight lines with motifs woven with art silk & mercerized cotton, making them standout. The cluster is gaining more acclaim and appreciation over the years and is becoming increasingly popular in Tamil Nadu.

Weaving~Koorainadu sarees

Manamedu saris are produced in the quality of pure silk and fine twisted mercerized cotton yarn. It is lightweight due to the presence of silk.

Jutti Making~Punjab

Wooden toys~Etikoppaka

Weaving~Chennimalai

Batik Printing ~ Mundra

Clay Dolls~Krishnanagar

Bronze Icons Casting~ Swa...

Saree Weaving ~ Dindigul

Art Plate~Thanjavur

Saree Weaving ~ Thirubuva...

Pinjirakari~Srinagar

Bandhani~Kutch

Veena Making~Bobbili

Block Printing~Bagru

Garland making~Madurai

Teer Kamaan~Jobat

Reshmee Kaleen~Srinagar

Carpet Weaving~Gwalior

Pottery~Chandra Nagar

Khatamband~Srinagar

Thangka painting~Laddakh

Kashida-kari~Srinagar

Pashmina Weaving~Leh

Blue Pottery

Koftgiri~Udaipur

Gota Patti~Nayla

Lac bangles~jaipur

Weaving~Maheshwar

Kinnari Shawls~Kinnaur

Weaving~Waraseoni

Marble Sculptures -Jaipur

Weaving~Chanderi

Patola~Surendranagar

Kathputli~Jaipur

Pashmina Shawls~Srinagar

Block Print

Kaavad~Bassi

Lathe Work~Sheopur

Bead Work~Jhabua

Molela terracota~Molela

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Papiermache~Srinagar

Block Print~Akola

Handmade paper~Tarapur

Buddha Figurines~Dharamsh...

Bell Metal ~ Tikamgarh

Thangka painting~Dharamsh...

Pottery~Mandla

Laheriya-Bandhani~Jaipur

Miniature Painting~Kangra

Kangsi~Ujjain

Wrought Iron~Barga

Silver Jewelry~Bhuj

Metal Utensils~Jaipur

Tala – Pattachitra-...

Dhurrie Weaving~Jawaja