Making textiles is another famous activity that the tribes of Arunachal Pradesh indulge in. The use of colours and designs are unique to every tribe. The motifs woven on the fabric are inspired by neighbouring areas and are geometric and complex with their own symbolic meanings. Carpet making is a speciality of the Monpas tribe, who weave lovely designs with dragon, floral and geometric patterns. Though this started as a product to use in daily life, today it has become a major occupation for some ladies here.

This is a traditional craft of most tribes of Arunachal Pradesh like the Monpas, Khamtis, Wanchos, Phom and Konyak. While Wancho woodcarvers have a good sense of proportion, their Monpa counterparts make beautiful cups, dishes, fruit bowls along with magnificent masks that are used for ceremonial dances and pantomimes. The Monpa, Sherdukpen, Khampa tribes make masks of various styles. Some of them look like real faces while others represent birds, animals and apes with twisted mouths. The masks are carved out of a single block of wood that is hollowed from the inside. Holes are made for eyes and mouths and then the masks are painted. However, the older masks have been found to be discoloured and dark. Often, maks are worn by men and boys only.

Weapons have been an integral part of tribal lives of the state for centuries. They are meant for use in day to day tasks as well as a means of defence in times of war. Thus, a wide selection of weaponry is produced locally. Though some of them have now become obsolete, they have been replaced by modern and more innovative ones. The Akas tribe is known for their bow and arrow, known by the names of tkeri and moo respectively. These are used extensively during a chase and vary in size according to the user's requirement. The arrows that are used in hunting are bigger in size and are fitted with tips of iron and smeared with aconite poison. They are stored in a bamboo case called thouvou. On the other hand, the bows are usually hung over the shoulders.

Most of the tribesmen here make their own hats that are elaborately decorated and adorned with beaks and feathers of birds and with tufts of hair dyed red. Besides, a host of other products are also made including baskets, bags, containers etc. The craft of making cane and bamboo products is strictly restricted to men and the most common products made are designed to meet the daily needs like baskets for storing and carrying paddy, fuel and water and vessels for preparing local liquor. One can also find a variety of rice plates, bows and arrows, headgear, mats, shoulder bags, and ornaments and necklaces made of fine strips of bamboo and grass. The Nocte and the Wancho tribes mostly use dyed cane strips for their headgear, waistband, headband, armlet, etc.

The craft of making ornaments is practised widely in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. Mostly designed by the native tribes, they are made using various natural sources and products. Some of the materials used to make this jewellery that can be worn by both genders are bamboo feathers, wild seeds, glass beads, beetle wings etc. Though many metals are used, silver and brass remain the most popular choice. The interesting feature of the jewellery here is its diversity. Though all the tribes use similar materials yet their ornaments vary in design and patterns and skill that are unique to each and every tribe. If you are visiting here don't forget to but the bamboo bangles and ear ornaments decorated with pocker work designs that are made by the Akas tribe.