The textbook gives brief information on the theoretical foundations of decorative and applied art, as well as a detailed description of the main types of folk decorative and applied art: carving and painting on wood, art ceramics, metal processing, sewing, lace, weaving, folk toys, artistic varnishes, pottery, lace making, etc. The artistic and stylistic and expressive features of works of decorative and applied art are revealed. Particular attention is paid to ornament as the main way to decorate products.