Handicrafts and other locally produced, handmade items have a long tradition in Bangladesh. It is not only beautifully manufactured, but it also reflects the rich and lively culture of the people of Bangladesh. Numerous handicraft items produced in small and self-determined cooperatives, especially by women cooperatives, impressively proof the skill and richness of ideas of the manufacturers.

Depending on the place of origin, the crafts vary in color and pattern so that they can be closely linked to individual regions of the country. Furthermore, several rural minority groups have developed their own very special techniques of preparing crafts demonstrating the cultural richness of Bangladesh.