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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


"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
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