This event, held in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, highlights the coexistence of innovative techniques and ancestral crafts. Visitors have the opportunity to closely observe the creation process of each piece and the personal stories that inspire the creators.
Among the participants is Clara Isabel González, founder of La Osa Artesana, whose project arose from the need for a practical baby carrier backpack. González specializes in creating unique backpacks from recycled textiles, ensuring that each customer acquires an exclusive item.
“"Since I couldn't find a practical backpack to carry my baby, I made one myself… and from that seed, my brand was born."
Another artisan committed to reuse is Mónica Calabria, from Las Tijeras de Mónica, who transforms discarded garments into dolls and stuffed animals. Her creations, made entirely by hand, stem from her own designs and utilize materials like pajamas or blankets in good condition.
The fair also attracts an international audience, such as Janas and Anika, German visitors who discovered the event through their hotel's recommendation. Janas expressed his enjoyment of markets and his support for small businesses, surprised to find high-quality local craftsmanship.
Unique techniques like batik are presented by Esther Silvia Rodríguez, from Soplos de Arte, who dyes textile fans using hot beeswax to reserve color. Some of her pieces, which combine contemporary design with traditional elements like openwork, require up to four days of work.
Traditional crafts also have their place, with the pírgano basketry of Miguel Santana, from Valsequillo. Santana works with Canarian palm and palmetto to create brooms, baskets, and rugs, valued for both their everyday and decorative use, especially by foreign visitors.
Finally, Paola Farina, a crochet artisan from Mogán, exhibits garments such as dresses and tops, highlighting the quality of materials and the exclusivity of her designs. Farina, who learned the craft from her grandmother, aspires to dedicate herself fully to this work.
