The Indian Handicraft and Gift Fair (IHGF), 2007 held from 16th to 19th October'07 at India Expo Centre Mart, Greater NOIDA
Tangaliya Shawl
Leather Bag
Uru Pen Stand
Batik print n Kantha Shirt
Cushion Cover, Kerala Handloom
Silk Kantha Stitch Bag
Tussur Stoles
Overall Experience
A good understanding of the Chinese Market for the Artisans
Emphasis on quality is very important
Crafts have to be married with utility for better prospects.
Chinese Market is very competitive in terms of costing and the same has to be kept in mind while dealing with their market.
Response on products
Woodwork products got a very good response people were appreciating the same as they were utilitarian and at the same time handcrafted details were quite strong.
Stoles from Bagh and Shantiniketan also had good responset
Leather bags from Shantiniketan were also appreciated but customers had strong apprehensions about the quality.