Indian Handicrafts by Region

Every Indian state has a rich tapestry of handcrafted art. Explore the unique craft traditions of each region and shop directly from local artisans who keep these heritage arts alive.

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Rajasthan

15+ crafts

Blue Pottery, Block Printing, Pichwai, Meenakari, Miniature Paintings

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Gujarat

12+ crafts

Bandhani, Patola, Rogan Art, Kutch Embroidery

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Kashmir

10+ crafts

Pashmina, Papier-mache, Walnut Woodcarving, Carpet Weaving

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West Bengal

11+ crafts

Kantha, Dhokra, Terracotta, Baluchari Sarees

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Odisha

10+ crafts

Pattachitra, Silver Filigree, Applique, Ikat

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Tamil Nadu

12+ crafts

Tanjore Painting, Kalamkari, Bronze Casting, Stone Carving

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Karnataka

10+ crafts

Mysore Silk, Bidriware, Sandalwood Carving, Channapatna Toys

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Uttar Pradesh

11+ crafts

Chikankari, Zardozi, Brassware, Carpet Weaving

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Maharashtra

9+ crafts

Warli Art, Paithani, Kolhapuri Chappals, Sawantwadi Lacquerware

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Bihar

8+ crafts

Madhubani Painting, Sujini Embroidery, Tikuli Art, Sikki Grass

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Madhya Pradesh

10+ crafts

Gond Art, Chanderi Silk, Maheshwari Sarees, Zari Craft

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Punjab

8+ crafts

Phulkari, Jutti Making, Tarkashi, Leather Craft

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Kerala

9+ crafts

Kathakali Masks, Coir Craft, Rosewood Carving, Kasavu Sarees

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Andhra Pradesh

10+ crafts

Kalamkari, Kondapalli Toys, Etikoppaka Lacquerware, Nirmal Paintings

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Telangana

8+ crafts

Pochampally Ikat, Bidriware, Pembarthi Metalcraft, Nirmal Art

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Chhattisgarh

7+ crafts

Dhokra Art, Bamboo Craft, Tribal Art, Bell Metal Craft

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Himachal Pradesh

8+ crafts

Kullu Shawls, Thangka Painting, Chamba Rumal, Kangra Paintings

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Northeast India

9+ crafts

Assam Silk, Bamboo Craft, Cane Work, Tribal Textiles

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Indian state is famous for handicrafts?

Rajasthan, Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal are among the most renowned states for handicrafts. Rajasthan is known for Blue Pottery, Block Printing, and Meenakari, while Kashmir is famous for Pashmina shawls and Papier-mache. Each state has its own unique craft traditions.

How many types of Indian handicrafts are there?

India has over 3,000 documented craft forms spread across 29 states and 7 union territories. These range from textile arts (weaving, dyeing, embroidery) to pottery, metalwork, woodcarving, painting, and more. CRAFTUZIO showcases 50+ major craft forms.

What are GI-tagged handicrafts from India?

GI (Geographical Indication) tagged handicrafts are certified products originating from specific Indian regions. Examples include Madhubani paintings from Bihar, Kashmiri Pashmina, Chikankari from Lucknow, Channapatna toys from Karnataka, and Phulkari from Punjab.

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