The sociocultural project “Origins” in Holguin province contributes to the economic well-being of entrepreneurial women. Creating handicrafts using various recycled resources.
Anisley Reyes Rodríguez, the program leader, told the Cuban News Agency that the goal of these sustainable practices is to create decorative items for practical use in the home. Also by involving housewives and professionals from various sectors in the revival of traditional techniques.
The members of the initiative create personalized decorations according to customer orders. With earrings, rugs, small plant pots, and keychains being among the most popular items.
Yodennis Verdecia Rodríguez, a member of the project, reported that materials. Such as can tabs and CDs are used in the production of jewelry boxes, wallets, and kitchen accessories. For Daymari Gallardo González, the art and tradition among the women of her town in the municipality of Gibara became the livelihood. That sustains her family through her specialization in amigurumi. A type of knitted doll considered a companion in ancient times.
Lisset Góngora Costa, a graduate of a mid-level arts and crafts program. She commented that paper was also used in the creation of textiles. With newspapers and magazines rolled into thin tubes that were transformed into baskets, diaper bags up to half a meter long, and decorative gifts.
Irene Rojas, a 64-year-old artisan, defies the lingering effects of chikungunya every day by creating items from scraps of foam. Pieces of textiles, and other materials, transforming them into flowers, decorative cups, and fabric organizers.
The Origins project, which began in 2019, includes ten artists, both men and women. Also who create art by hand and expand their practices through workshops with children, adults, and seniors. These workshops cover techniques such as engraving, textile printing, and other methods.
With information from CNA
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