They have been selling their handicrafts to the U.S., Europe and other Asian countries, and crafts from both provinces has always been a souvenir of their holiday in Indonesia. East Java and Bali handicrafts have become the source of the famous Indonesian handicrafts. You even have the domestic and export markets. Therefore, there was a chance to build a craft workshop. The good news is demand is still higher than supply.
Domestic and export markets provide much of this demand for Indonesian handicrafts. Indonesia Furniture Handicraft Wholesale Marketplace of the Year over year growth that is so advanced it with a stronger demand for handicrafts from Indonesia has grown a lot. Special designs can be made at the Cap Man in Jakarta where cap are worked into drawers and furniture as well as lazy susans, coasters or trivets. Used in the cap production of batik, these copper stamps are collected by expats.
Bows Keris daggerand arrows and spears from Irian Jaya are also popular. Antique jewelry is a favorite of expats, as well as bone blow pipes from Kalimantan, swords and daggers. Many expats indulge their love of a particular type of jewelry… From modern designs in 22 karat gold, to intricate filigree silver jewelry from Yogyakarta, using precious and semi-precious stones, or modern plastic, wood or ceramic… Ornamentation used with traditional dress is rich in symbolism and design.One of the richest art forms in Indonesia reflects the Indonesian woman’s desire to ornament her traditional dress, which wouldn’t be complete without various items of traditional jewelry. In particular, avoid purchasing the Nautilus and giant clam, protected species which are already endangered. However, be cautious in your purchases as many species are over-harvested and their extinction is only a matter of time.