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India's rich traditional heritage is manifested in its exquisite handicraft which involves the skilled craftsmanship and expertise of the artisans. Since the oldest civilizations came into being, the Indian handicraft industry has constantly been evolving depicting the vast cultural and ethnic diversity. The handicraft industry has witnessed a quantum leap since then, and continues to evolve amid the roaring competition posed by the high class designers. There are a wide variety of Indian handicraft articles that are made by employing skilled craftsmanship. These include Jewelry items like anklets, armlets, bangles, bracelets, brooches, chokers, cufflinks, earrings, necklaces, pearls, pendants, rings, toe rings etc.

The decorative handicraft items include bells and chimes, candle holders, candle sconces, flower vases, handmade paintings, jewelry boxes etc. The antique armory category would include armor, breast plates, chain mails, daggers, helmets, mace, battle axes, shield, swords, throwing stars and many others. Handicraft furniture is highly preferred due to its unique appeal. These include almirah, beds, cabinets, chairs, home temples, mirror frames, side boards, sofa sets, stools and tables. Nautical instruments in particular are in great demand in the handicraft industry. These instruments include clocks, nautical compass, octants, sand timers and telescopes.

The handicrafts industry is deft at churning out some very appealing home furnishing articles which include bed covers, carpet coverlets, curtains, cushion covers, duvets, kitchen towels, quilts, rugs and mats, carpets, sofa covers and throws. Handcrafted table accessories include coasters, napkin rings, pen holders, table lamps, table mats, table runners, table skirting, tea cozy etc. Hand crafted paintings are a must have for most home décor enthusiasts. These include batik, frame paintings, glass paintings, kalamkari, madhubani, marble painting, miniature painting, palm leaf etchings, patachitra, religious paintings, silk paintings, tanjore paintings and velvet paintings. Hand made garden accessories are much favored by the avid home maker. These include garden benches, bird feeders, fountains, garden planters, hanging baskets, garden lights, pedestals etc.

Toys and dolls require a fair amount of skill and dexterity, and the young toddlers would any day love to grab these as it would form a great memorabilia. These could include clay toys, cloth dolls, papier mache dolls, wooden puppets, wooden dolls, wooden trains and carts etc. Hand made garments are a roaring success especially among the international customers. This is because these garments carry a unique appeal due to the intricate embroideries and weaves involved. Traditional techniques like tie and dye as well as traditional prints and motifs enhance the appeal quotient. Buddhist sculptures also form a significant component of the Indian handicraft industry. The need to propagate Buddhist religion played an important part in the style the stone sculptures were sculpted. It also renewed the enthusiasm in stone sculptures.