Talents
Knitting breaks stereotypes in society
I am Aivaras. I was born and raised in Šiauliai, Lithuania. I started knitting as a child. I am very happy that I have this tangible talent. Knitting is like a meditation for me, it is so satisfying to watch the braids lying next to each other. Knitting makes me feel that I am a…
Read MoreGiving new life to old furniture
My name is Vasco, I am 19 years old, and I live in Aveiro, Portugal. I’m always trying to stay active and enjoy giving a new life to old furniture with my friends. It all started during the COVID pandemic. Since we had to stay home, I started to sand wood to fight the boredom…
Read MoreFascinating World of Knitted Toys
My name is Stoika and I live in Topolovgrad, Bulgaria. I have a disease affecting my muscles. Falling into the category of people with disabilities and limited opportunities, I realized that I have unlimited opportunities to devote my time to needlework. I tried embroidery, patchwork and applique, but I became fascinated by the world of…
Read MoreI love the mountain and silk
I am Stela. I was born in 1981 in a small and very beautiful town – Tryavna. Fate decided that I should not know the world of sounds, because I was born with earless. That’s why I look for beauty in nature. I love the mountain. It fills me with purity and energy. My other…
Read MoreKnife-making is my hobby
My name is Jivko and I am 58. In the last 3-4 years I discovered that I love working with metals. I started fixing the broken handles of our kitchen knives, sharpening the blades… And, step by step, handcrafting knives became my hobby. I began buying tools and materials and managed to set up a…
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