Beginner guide · 7 min

Crafts of Gilan: Rasht-duzi, mats and Masuleh

Editorial team · updated 2026-10-03

Crafts

  • Rasht-duzi felt appliqué and chain-stitch
  • Hasir reed mats and baskets
  • Masuleh knives and woodwork
  • Chador-shab cotton weaving

A note on this guide

This guide is general information from the CraftPersia editorial team and has not been reviewed by a specialist. Prices, workshop locations and practices change; check current details before travelling or buying.