Top 9 Traditional Handicrafts of Nepal 2021

We face a difficult time choosing budget-friendly souvenirs for our family and the time we are on a holiday. The art in Nepal responds perfectly to your needs for souvenirs. This peaceful place on the lap of the Himalayas offers plenty of options to discuss the variety of crafts in Nepal. Therefore, the procurement of these handicrafts and the economy are strongly advisable.

1) Dhaka Products:

An ever-smiling face with a sweet little ‘topi, ‘cap’ on top is one of Nepali men’s main appearances. They actually mean headgear, called Dhaka koTopi. These ‘topes’ are made of Dhaka cotton (Bangladesh). They are symbolic of the culture of Nepal and are performed during the festivals of Dashain and Tihar. Nepal boasts items like shawls, handcrafts, ties, and even table mats. ‘Palpali Dhaka’ products. Palpa has been the only place to make Dhaka clothes in brilliant textile for a long time. But the other districts have caught up with the time passing by. They are now commonly available in all of Nepal, from street shops to large retailers.

2) Pashmina:

Pashmina products, which are also known around the world, are the most famous of all the crafts of Nepal. The word “Pashmina” means “Made of Wool” and comes from Persian. Pashmina is a special form of Kashmiri wool extract and weaved by hand which results in a very fine texture (locally pronounced as Cashmere). Both in Nepal and in Kashmir, Pashmina products are well-known. The rarity of Pashmina wool and its level of expertise in weaving Pashmina are typically very high prices. Pashmina merchandise varies between scarves and sweaters and is commonly sold in stands on the roadside.

3) Felt Product:

Felt is said to be one of the oldest handicraft materials in Nepal that is used in a variety of items, including automotive, art and design, as well as musical instruments. The streets of Nepal feel items such as carved, handmade balls of felt, decorative slippers, felt mats.

4) Jewelry:

Nepal is Asia’s ninth-largest producer of silver jewels. On the local markets of Kathmandu, you can find the best variety of Perles and jewelry. Nepal has a strong reputation to sell authentic and manufactured goods in Nepal. The jewelry is fairly cheap and does not lead to a squeeze in pockets. In the creation of innovative designs and product production, the Nepalese craftsman has expertise. Silver making has been transmitted for centuries and is a common phenomenon in Nepal. It is highly labor-intensive employment which will directly create more opportunities for them in this industry.

5) Handmade paper products:

The Tibetan travelers who migrated to the area introduced handmade paper in Nepal. One of Nepal’s oldest manufacturing processes in tradition is the processing of waste paper and is a complicated technique. It has a very special texture that allows for a long time to remain natural ink and thus allows the preservation of texts. It is widely used to donate and to write about as a reliable commodity. Handcrafted paper is also used in gift packaging and calendars. Many art shops in Nepal sell handmade paper paintings, Lokta notebooks, sheets of paper, lampshades, and greeting cards.

6) Woodcraft:

Nepal luckily welcomes the lush green forests and hardwood trees in the foothills of the Himalayas. These trees are of course a source of precious timber that people use extensively. The wooden craft was from ancient times a glory of Nepalese architecture. One of the many examples of fascinating artwork is the Kasthamandap in Basantapur, Kathmandu, founded about 1596. Bhaktapur’s pottery markets boast a wide variety of timber and craftsmanship in Nepal. Articles include pieces of wooden decoration, wooden flute, wooden straps, and much more.

7) Thangka Painting:

Thangka is Buddhist cotton and silk painting. They are rolled and held on textile support that looks like cherish scroll paintings with a silk cover when they are not used for display. They’re long-lasting. However, they are fragile in nature, which is why they are kept dry so that moisture does not harm them. A Buddhist deity or scene is seen in the painting. It is a valuable tool for teaching. Thangka painting is used for the purposes of devotion and decor. Workshops are organized by popular painters from Thangka who are teaching the public how important and how a painting is made.

8) Khukuri:

This traditional Nepalese knife, known for its distinctive slashing edge and design, is used both as an instrument and as a weapon. It’s a great souvenir for visitors! Don’t forget to carry it in your baggage when you fly out. Make sure you can transport the size of the knife you buy into your country.

9) Singing Bowls:

You can find different types of this singing bowl in Nepal at different prices, whether made by hand or by machine, graved or simple, made of brass and some other metal. When the small wooden stick is rubbed around its rim employing a circular movement, the sound and vibrations created by these bowls create a charming atmosphere, which is ideal for meditation.