Kazakh craftswomen are set to impress
participants and guests of the fifth World Nomad Games in Astana by creating a
1.5-kilometer-long handmade patchwork quilt. The creation of the Alaman Quraq involved
500 needlewomen from all regions of the country. Each of them will bring to the
capital 2.5 meters of quilt, which will form one piece. Nine-year-old Ayala
Saparbek also made her contribution to the meticulous sewing of the patchwork
quilt. The girl is proud that her work will be showcased at the largest sports
event dedicated to national games.
«My mother is a
seamstress. I grew up surrounded by designers and
decided to pursue a similar path. I dream of becoming like my mother,» said artisan
Ayala Saparbek.
The craftswomen had
already presented a 500-meter-long quilt and earned a spot in the Book of
Records of Kazakhstan. Now, they are confident that they
will be able to improve their result. But most importantly, they want to
familiarize the guests with the unique beauty of a traditional patchwork quilt with
its patterns and ornaments, which reflect the culture of the Kazakh people.
«Our grandmothers passed down their knowledge of
quilt-making, and now we should pass it on to future generations in a modern
interpretation. Our goal is to demonstrate our unity and solidarity, and promote our cuture through
the
Alaman Quraq. We will showcase it at
the games. If you look from above, it is
very beautiful. We plan to enter the Guinness World Records,» said craftswoman Bibikhadisha Zhetibayeva.
