Gujarat
Heavy embroidered material with tiny mirrors and beads or the 'Kalamkari' cloth, tie-dye fabrics, printed fabrics, 'Patola' saris, lacquered 'Sankheda' furniture, wood work, brass articles and applique work are interesting articles to buy here. Ahmedabad is one of the best places to shop.
Maharashtra
In Bombay, one can buy western dresses made from Indian fabrics, leather goods, silver gold and silver jewellery and textiles. Pune is famous for it's silk and cotton saris. Mahabaleshwar is a good place to buy walking sticks and slippers.
Goa
Interesting brass lamps with branched lights and articles of clay are the specialities of this region. Also popular buys are carved furniture, handicrafts from sea shells, coir mats and other crafts. Goa is also known for it's cashew nuts and it's local cashew liqueur called 'Fenny'.