Myanmar  Crafts

Tapestries

Tapestries made of appliqué designs on velvet or cotton cloth with glass beads and shining sequins  stitched on, fashioned into pretty items such as jackets, hats or handbags are popular souvenirs. Delightful motifs include dancers, elephants, peacocks and mythical animals of Myanmar culture. Scenes  from Jataka stories (stories about Buddha’s previous existence) are depicted on large wall hangings.

Carvings

Myanmar craftsmen are highly skilled in carving materials ranging from bone, wood, jade and stone. Buddha images or figurines carved from wood, jade and stone make special precious souvenirs.