Craftsmanship activity continues be relevant in many countries not only on develops butin the rich, that be able to some social groups an only income or a complementary one. In this paper we present a description of that sector of activity beginning with concerning concepts to the activity, the social and economic importance as micro or small enterprises, the craftsmanship products in Mexico and over the world. It is mentioned the problematicand the challenges for this activity sector and the contributions that can make the governmentand academics.