The people of Harappan civilisation followed several occupations based on their skills. Some of the examples are weaving, pottery, jewellery making, stone cutting, metal work, tool making, seal making, boat making, masonry, trading and farming.
The crafts made by the people of Harappan civilisation were made of stone, metal and shell. They were made either at homes or at workshops. The crafts included amulets, beads, weights and ornaments like necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and bangles. Marbles, rattles, dolls, bird-shaped whistles and terra cotta toys were also excavated from the sites.