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How to Host a Craft Swap Party: Lessons from Madeira’s First Ever Edition
On June 21 , Madeira hosted its first-ever Craft Swap Party — a vibrant gathering that brought together 13 talented crafters and an...

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Jul 9, 20254 min read


Echoes of Matter: Leal Pereira on Waste, Memory, and Meaning
Leal Pereira’s work captivates with its independence, uniqueness, and above all — its impermanence. Some of his sculptural installations...

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Jul 9, 20259 min read


Highlights from our Multiplier Event – EmpowerCanvas in Action
Our recent Multiplier Event in Madeira marked a powerful moment in the EmpowerCanvas journey — a project co-funded by the Erasmus+...

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Jul 7, 20252 min read


Miguel Ramos – the hands behind the clay and the heart rooted in Madeira.
He was always linked to arts even as a child. From childhood sketches to earthy textures, Miguel’s journey into ceramics wasn’t a sudden...

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Jun 27, 20254 min read


Craftwork4.0All Residencies Onboarding: Get Ready to Co-Create Across Europe!
The time has come to take your craft to new places — literally. Craftwork4.0All Live Residencies are coming, and we want you to be part...

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Jun 11, 20252 min read


Call for Crafters: Islands of Memory – Making a Home and Heritage
For the first time since 2015, the Islands exhibition is expanding to include a new section fully dedicated to craft — and we are now...

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May 22, 20251 min read


The Brave Journey of Iryna Tarasova in Portugal: From midlife crisis to craft to the Canvas
Iryna, tell us a bit about yourself. When did you move to Portugal and how did it happen? I've been living in Portugal since the year...

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May 20, 20254 min read


Dupla Dicotomia: Tomás & Appollo — Two Artists, One Vision of Resilience.
Today we’re sitting down with the emerging artists behind Dupla Dicotomia — the duo who brought bold emotion and striking contrast to...

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May 16, 20254 min read


A Great Opening for a Greater Journey – Madeira Meets Guadeloupe
On April 17, 2025 , the Art Center Caravel in Funchal opened its doors to the public with the vibrant exhibition “The Great Adventure –...

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May 13, 20252 min read


Lithography Then and Now: Join the 3-Day Craft Academy Workshop in Sweden!
What connects the 18th-century Bavarian invention of lithography with a vibrant group of 50+ crafters, artists, and creatives gathering...

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May 12, 20252 min read


ISLANDS 2025: MEMORY — Open Call for Emerging Artists
In collaboration with Caravel Art Center & ARTEM – Artistic and Cultural Association Each year, Caravel Art Center and ARTEM join forces...

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May 8, 20252 min read


"Macramé, Fish Sculptures, and Thinking Outside the Box" — A Conversation with Dalila Peixe, Art and Craft Teacher from Porto Santo island, Portugal
Dalila Peixe is an art teacher and craftswoman from the small island of Porto Santo. A chance meeting with her sparked the beginning of a bold new project — creating sustainable FISH craft sculpture that connect nature, community, and creativity. Today, we sat down with Dalila to ask a few questions about her journey, her vision, and what it really takes to survive as an artist and crafter on a tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic. How your journey into craft began? Ah,

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May 6, 20253 min read


Between the Grotesque and the Handmade: The Craft Universe of Carina Mendonça
Сarina Mendonça is an artist and crafter from Madeira Island, known for her unique approach that blends philosophy, humor, work ethic, and upcycling. Living in the north of the island, far from the main tourist routes, Karina creates art that has earned wide recognition across Madeira. You can often find her at craft events in Funchal, where she showcases her vibrant work. Today, we asked her about the challenges and advantages of being a crafter based in such a geographicall

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Apr 25, 20253 min read


How to Grow a Craft Brand in 5 Months — The Honest Journey of Flor de Lis
We recently discovered a rising star in Madeira’s creative scene — Flor de Lis , a craft brand that has captured hearts and attention in just five months. How, you ask?Here’s an honest and heartfelt interview with its founder, Lisandra Pereira , who shares the story behind her unexpected journey, the magic of Jesmonite, and what it really takes to build something meaningful from the ground up. When was your brand created, and how did it all begin? The brand was officially c

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Apr 18, 20256 min read


Marcos Filipe: The Sushi Chef Who Turns Old Books into Delicate Tree Gardens
He drives a motorcycle with the same quiet accuracy he once used as a sushi chef. As an emergent crafter , Marcos Filipe now turns...

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Apr 15, 20255 min read


Chiara’s Constellation: From the World’s Oldest University to Madeira’s Art Scene
Chiara, you came to Madeira as a student from the world’s oldest university. What led you to this decision? Actually, it was a series of...

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Mar 31, 20254 min read


Enjoying Creativity and Adventure: Our ESC Volunteer Stefan from N.Macedonia in Madeira
Hi Stefan, tell us something about yourself. Hey, I’m Stefan, originally from Macedonia. I’m 26 years old, with a background in IT and a...

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Mar 31, 20252 min read


"It’s Never Too Late to Begin" . The Craft Journey of Sara Cardina, Portugal
“Jewelry is a gift of love,” says Sara Cardina, with a calm conviction that only life experience can bring. Based in the charming town of Caldas da Rainha, Portugal, Sara Cardina is living proof that it’s never too late to change your path, follow your passion, and turn creativity into a profession. Her story is one of reinvention, exploration, and dedication — a journey that began not in her youth, but later in life, when she made the bold decision to turn her love for craft

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Mar 29, 20252 min read


Craftwork 4.0 All: Sustainable Craft Installation on Porto Santo Island
As part of our ongoing project Craftwork 4.0 All , we’re planning an exciting range of activities — from craft labs and trainings to...

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Mar 27, 20252 min read


MARIO REIS: Blending Tradition and Contemporary Art in Ceramics
Celebrated for his ability to deftly combine the inventiveness and vitality of modern art with the rich traditions of Portuguese...

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Mar 20, 20254 min read
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