Being a land of great sculptures, exquisite designer clothes, and splendid living structures, India is the country ahead in the arts, crafts and design. From hand woven earthen pots and mugs, to hand-sewn clothes and garments, Indian art, craft and design are making the industry great. With creative knots from the women in arts and crafts, who are exclusively specialized in designing interiors (residencies, kitchens, and office), clothes, jewelry, wooden products, books, and also protective garments for healthcare professionals, it is now an ever increasing industry vertical in India. India’s Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts report on Cultural Mapping of India (a UNESCO Programme on Cultural Industries and Copyright Policies and Partnerships) states that the fast-changing lifestyle, aging, and negligence, the vast list of knowledge and wisdom, which prevailed and surrounded the community, is rapidly disappearing. As a result, women entrepreneurs have intervened in this sector, showcasing their prowess to provide arts, crafts and design industry with creativity and mindboggling works.

With the perfect amalgamation of traditional designs and modern techniques, products manufactured by the Indian women designers are outstanding. In addition to perfectly made arts, crafts and designs, the quality products like table mats, bed sheets, and lamp shades, are manufactured using natural materials, textiles, blocks, and die, which are facing high demand in the market. With its unprecedented fascination for gems and jewelry, Indian women designers are offering lucrative products, and transforming the Indian arts and crafts tradition for staying relevant to market trends.

In this edition of the Women Entrepreneur magazine, we present a list of ‘Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs in Art, Craft & Design - 2020’, who are creating waves of creative designs. The listing is prepared by the Women Entrepreneur editorial team, along with the consultation by the industry veterans, CEOs and VCs, and renowned designers. It will give the readers accurate information for buying products.