Traditionally the Hopi are micro or subsistence farmers. The Hopi also are part of the wider cash economy; a significant number of Hopi have mainstream jobs; others earn a living by creating Hopi art, notably the carving of katsina dolls, the crafting of earthenware ceramics, and the design and production of fine jewelry, especially sterling silver.
Traditionally the Hopi are micro or subsistence farmers. The Hopi also are part of the wider cash economy; a significant num.ber of Ho,pi have mainstream jobs; others earn a living by creating Hopi art, notably the carving of katsina dolls, the crafting of earthenware ceramics, and the des:ign and production of fine jewelry, especially sterling silver.