Handmade handicraft" typically refers to items or products created by skilled artisans or craftisans using hands and traditional crafting techniques in different ways with tools rather than being mass-produced by machines.
These items are by their unique designs, attention to detail, and the use of various materials like thread, fibre, wood, metal, fabric, clay, or paper.
The term "handicraft" encompasses a wide range of creative and decorative items, including but not limited to:
Pottery: Handcrafted ceramic or clay items such as pottery, ceramics, and clay sculptures.
Fibre crafts: Handwoven fibre made from banana, sarpat / moonj grass, Kusha asana, bandha, sentha, sirki, balla, and sabai.
Textiles: Handwoven fabrics, embroidery, quilts, and clothing made with traditional textile techniques.
Woodwork: Hand-carved wooden sculptures, furniture, and decorative pieces.
Jewellery: Handmade jewellery crafted from natural fibres, metals, gemstones, beads, and leather.
Paper Crafts: Handmade paper, greeting cards, origami, and papercraft items.
Metalwork: Hand-forged metal items such as jewellery, sculptures, and decorative objects.
Glassblowing: Handblown glass items like vases, ornaments, and glassware.
Leathercraft: Hand-stitched leather goods, including bags, wallets, belts, and accessories.
Candle Making: Hand-poured candles with various shapes, sizes, and scents.
Basket Weaving: Handwoven baskets made from natural materials like straw, reeds, or vines.
Handmade handicrafts often carry cultural significance and may reflect the traditions and heritage of a particular region or community. They are valued for their craftsmanship and individuality, making them popular gifts and home decor choices. Many artisans and craftisans around the world create and sell handmade handicrafts as a means of preserving traditional skills and generating income.