The artisans of this beautiful town, mainly following the trandition and culture of the Purépecha culture, produced exquisite crafts like artistic blacksmithing, silver and gold jewelry, rustic furniture and textiles.

The corn stalk paste has been masterfully handled creating sculptures, especially religious themes.

However, Pátzcuaro is famous for its gold outlined lacquerware. The outlined lacquers, normally on a black, brown, purple, green or orange background, draw fine lines that form images of birds and flowers; some of those strokes are made with 24 carat gold, this is known as the gilding technique and this technique dates back to pre-Columbian times.

The crafters create wonderful lamps, furniture, rugs or baskets with vegetable fibers fibers such as tule, chuspata and wheat straw.

In addition, in the lake region you find beautiful textiles and embroidery.

You can buy handicrafts in the tianguis and markets. However, in the House of the Eleven Patios you will enjoy the gorgeous gardens, the ancient building and room after room you will discover the artisan studios and shops.