Locally produced crafts include "Ebino-yaki" pottery and bamboo craftwork, among others. It is used to make pearl buttons and in artisan craftwork to make organic jewellery. It emphasizes on contemporary art, art history, folklore and craftwork. The organization sponsored courses in craftwork, specifically woodworks and wearable items. Shops in Nuuk offer local art and craftwork. The shells of bivalves are used in craftwork, and the manufacture of jewellery and buttons. Silver jewelry is a highly valuable craftwork of the Miao people. Today, a trade in sculpture, paintings and craftwork is carried on. The utilitarian craftwork of the aboriginal Taiwanese people impressed him beyond his expectations. The Hopewell created some of the finest craftwork and artwork of the Americas. The Meenakshi temple of Madurai typifies the skills and devotion put into this craftwork. The "New Collection" of 20th century craftwork includes industrially-manufactured products. The local museum displays original pieces of this craftwork. The rag dolls of Damal are renowned and have won prizes in craftwork festivals. North of Tamil Nadu is Karnataka, a region renowned for its wood and stone craftwork.