The tribal communities are known for the bright colors of their mirror-worked embroideries, used for everything from their clothes to the clothes they use to adorn their homes.

Terracotta, one of the earliest crafts practised by man, continues to occupy a place of exceptional importance "whether for utility items or for votive objects. Matkas or water pots are primary to life in the desert state - the mouths of the pots are small to prevent water from spilling out when being carried from the well, a natural precaution given its rarity, and to prevent the desert sand from entering it easily. Made locally all over the state, matkasfcom Pachpadra, Mokulsar and Samdari in Barmer district are known for the exceptional cooling quality of the clay. These places, along with Pokhran (Jaisalmer district) and Phalodi (Jodhpur district), and Gogunda and Bhutala (Udaipur district), also produce exceptional cooking utensils made of terracotta. Food cooked in terracotta is valued for its very special aroma. Tavas or griddles for roti are hand made and sold for two to five rupees, each lasting for a couple of months. Inexpensive and nature-friendly, these typify the basic characteristics of most utilitarian crafts in Rajasthan.