West Bengal, often called the "Harvest Land" of handicrafts and handlooms, is home to a rich tradition of artisanal crafts that have flourished for centuries. Among the wide variety of crafts that the state is known for, jute handicrafts stand out due to their eco-friendliness, strength, and versatility. The Bengal crafts, known for their intricate designs and high-quality materials, have earned a significant place in India’s handicraft market. One of the key reasons behind the continued success of these crafts is the ready availability of raw materials and low labor costs in the region, making West Bengal a hub for such endeavors.

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Making handmade jewellery allows you to customise and personalise the jewellery the way you want it. It’s a cheaper option than buying expensive jewellery, and it allows you to have the freedom and choice of adding your own style to it. By learning how to make it yourself you can also start your own jewellery business since you will have the skills and knowledge on how to make jewellery by hand. With these simple techniques and tips you will be able to make a range of jewellery pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more. So here is a guide on how to make handmade jewellery:
Community | People
The digital technology known as the internet has been a staple for business development and improved competitive edge. However, this is only known to occur in developed countries like Japan and the United Kingdom. What about the smaller-scale businesses in developing countries like creative manufacturers of handmade products?
Business Management | Resources
Starting a small business or even building on your current company can sometimes be challenging as it can be difficult to see the flaws of our own strategy. To help you, we have compiled five free courses to help you reach your business goals! The purpose is to help you go back and work on the basics of your business, from branding to getting your finances in order. Check you are covering all aspects of your small business and tick all the boxes so you can thrive and evolve to the maximum of your abilities!
Business Management | Resources
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Nepal has been at the top of their game when it comes to producing top quality handmade crafts. Throughout the years trends have come and gone, which have both influenced new products as well as rejected outdated ones. Listed below are ten products that are responding well to the current demands of the market.
Sustainability | Social
The Atlas Mountains Stretching 2500km across North Africa's Sahara Desert, the Atlas Mountains are a mountain range that lays claim to much of Eastern Morocco. In an area of diverse terrain, life has managed to survive and settle from the snowy, dizzyingly high altitude peaks of the High Atlas range to the scorching, arid plains of the Saharan desert.


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