I speak a lot about female entrepreneurship. After all, it is impossible to talk about craft production and appreciation of handicrafts without associating it … More Female entrepreneurship in handicrafts: economic boost and lack of support »
Handcrafts is present in several actions that contribute to social, economic and environmental changes. When encouraged, artisanal work promotes sustainable trade and works in … More Handcrafts and COP26: How fostering crafts can help the planet? »
Anyone who makes some type of craft to sell knows that the final value goes far beyond the materials used to produce the piece. … More How does the market influence the value and the price of your crafts? »
When we talk about art, usually pop up on our minds pieces like paintings, archtecture or famous sculptures. However, we also note that handmade … More When and why (in history) did crafts stopped being considered an art piece? »
During the 2021 Olympics, Tom Daley, a champion in synchronized jumping, arrived into the podium crying. Likewise, craft makers and people from all over … More Tom Daley and crafts: why does representation matters? »
From where do we get our notions about art versus craft? In the end is craft an art? According to the Brazilian Dictionary of … More Is craft an art? »
Handicraft is an activity that, when encouraged, is able to promote sustainable trade and increase the local market. Thus, the practice of handicrafts is … More What is the link between handcrafts and the SDGs? »
Artisanal work differs from industrial work in several aspects. That is, the consumer may notice differences in the price, quality and style of each … More Why handicrafts are more expensive than industrial ones? »
Since we were children, we have contact with classic pieces made of crochet, such as table runners, rugs, tea towels and blankets, usually produced … More What is creative or modern crochet? »
When talking about health and quality of life, it is common to think of everything that involves healthy eating and physical activity. However, almost … More The health benefits of handicrafts »
