crafts
n. C / Un. activities that involve making things by hand, like pottery, knitting, or woodwork. You usually do these as a hobby or to create something beautiful and useful.
n. activities involving the manual production of decorative or functional objects. Often used collectively to refer to the skills or products of such work.
She spends her weekends doing arts and crafts with her children.
The local market is famous for traditional crafts like hand-woven baskets and hand-painted ceramics.
While mass production dominates the modern economy, there is a growing appreciation for traditional crafts that prioritise individual artistry and sustainable materials over industrial efficiency.
Often used in the plural form 'crafts' when referring to a general category of activities or a collection of handmade items.