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Embroidery and handwork
Zardozi, chikankari, phulkari and other handwork for boutiques.
Money to start
Under ₹5,000
Time it needs
10 to 25 hours a week
Risk
Low
Works from home
Yes
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The short version. The full Assess, Run and Nurture steps for this way are being written.
Boutiques and exporters outsource embroidery to skilled women at home, paid per piece. Selling your own finished pieces earns more. GI-tagged crafts can fetch a premium.
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