Sustainable handicrafts encompass traditional and contemporary craft practices that prioritise environmental, social, and economic sustainability. Design innovations play a pivotal role in enhancing the sustainability and marketability of these handicrafts, contributing to their preservation and growth in the global market.

In the dynamic landscape of the hospitality industry, sustainable practices have become increasingly important for hotels looking to not only attract guests but also make a positive impact on the environment. One powerful tool that hotels can leverage to achieve sustainability goals while boosting their visibility is social media marketing. In 2024, social media has become a cornerstone for hotel marketing strategies, and effective management of these platforms can lead to lasting, sustainable results.

In the complex network of B2B supply chain management, quality control plays a pivotal role, ensuring excellence across various dimensions. Acting as the safety guard of product integrity, it meticulously upholds stringent standards, safeguarding the quality of products as they traverse the supply chain. Beyond regulatory compliance, quality control becomes the linchpin for preserving and enhancing brand reputation, an indispensable asset in the collaborative landscape of B2B relationships.

In a world where tradition meets innovation, sustainability, and manufacturing go hand in hand. Here, we'll explore the amazing concept of integrating traditional handmade techniques into modern creative manufacturing. In a world where everyone is running towards innovation and efficiency, stress emerges between tradition and modernity, sustainability and manufacturing. The persistence of progress in the manufacturing sector has undoubtedly brought numerous advantages, but at what cost? Harming the environment or losing traditional values.

Back in the day when there was not much data available and there was very little information present in the public domain for businesses to refer to analyze and make a calculated decision on what to stock, what to buy, and what is new in the market, to analyze a trend was very far fetched. In the modern tech-driven world where information is available at the tip of everyone's fingers on their digital devices, it would be an amateur's move to wait to do the research and homework beforehand before buying.

Hand loom products, culture, heritage is rich in many indigenous society. For a long period of time hand-loom weaving is an important craft. It not only gives the identification of particular tribe but also signifies the rich heritage and culture along with sustainability. Sustainable approaches and practices that are aimed to preserve particular resources while not harming the ecosystem and instead give long-term outcomes. These are still in use by indigenous society. However, with the modernization, these practices are viewed as a cultural heritage that holds and maintains identity and history. Two instances will be illustrated from the state of Tripura, namely Chakma and Tripuri, of the ways and tactics used by these indigenous groups for their living.

Africa, being world’s second largest and second most populous continent after Asia. It was known as the oldest continent where fossils and human occupation was found. Domestication of cattle's in Africa existed prior to agriculture and hence appeared to coexist with the hunting gathering societies. Handmade products and artifacts were the major work for the African primitive society. According to surveys: Till today, as Agriculture is major to the economies of all African countries, as 70% of Africans rely on it for a living. Its expansion as a sector is critical to boosting wealth, food security, industrialization, intra-African commerce, and Africa's contribution to global trade. Including governments, commercial organizations, Agriculture's relevance and promise in developing sustainable, inclusive economies is recognized. Smallholder farmers improve their lives and see the immediate consequences of growth with ongoing investment. Introduction of technologies have emerged into their planting, harvesting, and storage practices, and many organizations tried to transform those places with it, yet many farmers rely on the primitive sources and continue to rely on traditional methods handed down through generations as there is a strong bond with the land and the nature itself. Whatever the source, the disparity between what farmers have and what they could employ to substantially enhance their lives is constant – but not overwhelming. Along with textiles, handmade products, idols, and cultural artifact's Africa has practical and utilitarian craft. The ‘craft’ is something that includes skills to produce it. Master craftsmen and women held a distinct place in society and were well-liked members of their communities. Expertise and traditional skills were highly valued.

SMEs are businesses that fall within a specific size range in terms of factors like the number of employees, annual revenue, or other criteria, depending on the country and industry. This blog discusses the impact of internet advancements on businesses and society. It highlights how the Internet has facilitated operational excellence in business processes and operations. It mentions that the Internet has enabled businesses to communicate with stakeholders and customers via social media platforms, leading to strong connections with clients interested in sustainability. The use of social media in corporate marketing strategies is emphasized as a means to build these connections. The introduction further refers to social media as a powerful tool for both customers and organizations in identifying needs and opportunities for SMEs to stay competitive and innovate.

Sustainability is a very important sector that contributes to the global economy and provides an income source for many people. However, like any other industry, it also has some environmental and social impacts. In recent years there has been a growing awareness of the importance of sustainability in the handmade industry. Sustainable craft practices help in reducing environmental impact, support local economies, and promote social responsibility. Incorporating sustainable practices into handmade industries also creates products that appeal to consumers who are looking for eco-friendly alternatives to mass-produced goods. We will explore some of the key ways to incorporate sustainability into the handmade industry, including using sustainable materials, reducing waste, embracing slow fashion, using eco-friendly production methods, and support for fair trade practices. By prioritizing the sustainability of handmade industries, we can help create a fairer and more sustainable global economy.

A DIY gift is a thoughtful way to show your family and friends how much they mean to you. Every handmade gift is unique and custom-made, making it one of a kind. If you have free time and feel skilled, you can do needlework. It will take time & hard work but imagine the recipient's reaction. The materials used to make handicrafts are usually expensive. Because artisans don't buy cheap materials to make them. For it, they buy natural raw materials, vegetable dyes, and the highest quality ingredients. It is always a good option to buy a handmade gift rather than buying a store-bought gift & it can actually make the gift very unique of its kind giving an edge over store-bought gifts

The Fast Fashion industry appears to be all glamour and glory when viewed as an outsider. There's always a new trend to hop on every day, which means store shelves are constantly being restocked with new looks. Unfortunately, it's not so shiny behind the scenes. By keeping an eye on what to wear and the environment, we can showcase our style and keep up with the latest trends without hurting nature. Designers and brands have been tempted by responsible fashion. This shift has seen both influential and value brands creating designs that embrace a more sustainable approach to end products through upcycling.

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.

Here are the sustainable trends that will change businesses in the foreseeable future.

When making sustainable choices and creating environmentally friendly designs, it's important to understand the fundamental of the subjects.

Here we will talk about how the notion of sustainability can be considered to be a difficult element to consider by businesses

Sustainability is gaining more and more attention globally.

Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in the business world.

A literature study of how to craft products can be mordenised keeping the change of consumer demand in perspective. Under this project, we have drafted some sketches around how Handmade can supplement technology products.

A post-COVID-19 world is expected to see a lot of changes on a fundamental level on how people will carry on with their lives. Taking a lead on this, I will like to share few insights from an EPCH webinar I recently attended on the topic “Neo-Normal – a post Pandemic forecast of Handicrafts & Lifestyle Products “ conducted by the esteemed Dr. Kaustav Sengupta – Associate Professor at NIFT Chennai.  

 

The discussion revolved around considering six design themes to craft handmade products for neo consumers in a post-pandemic world which is forecasted to have a positive upturn.

The discussion revolved around considering six design themes to craft handmade products for neo consumers in a post-pandemic world which is forecasted to have a positive upturn. The six themes are: