2. Indigenous materials for
handicraft production vary
depending on the region,
but examples include
natural fibers like cotton,
jute, or sisal; wood,
bamboo, or clay for
sculptures; and feathers,
shells, or beads for
adornments. Additionally,
tools such as needles,
looms, carving knives, and
pottery wheels are
essential for crafting.
What are indigenous
Materials?
3. Examples!
TEXTILES
Cotton, wool, silk, jute, hemp, and sisal are
commonly used for weaving fabrics and
making textiles like rugs, tapestries, and
clothing.
Grasses, reeds, bamboo, and vines
are often used to weave baskets,
mats, and containers.
Clay is the primary material
for creating pottery, ceramics,
and clay sculptures. It's often
shaped by hand or using a
pottery wheel.
BASKETRY POTTERY