«Synyk muyiz» is a
type of Kazakh ornament. These are the flowers, and this type is called «kyzgaldak
kurak» (tulip patchwork).
Craftswomen from northern
Kazakhstan are set to impress at the opening ceremony of the fifth World Nomad
Games by creating the world’s longest handmade patchwork quilt. Their goal is
not only to wow foreign guests but also to enter the Guinness World Records.
Led by Galiya Amantaikyzy, a group of ten skilled needlewomen from the region
is dedicated to promoting folk art. Last year, these craftswomen earned a spot
in the Book of Records of Kazakhstan through their participation in the Alaman
Quraq competition.
«We will be part of
the ethno-auyl (village) opening on September 8. Designers have provided us
with a sketch of the quilt to be made. Nine craftswomen from North Kazakhstan
are each tasked with sewing a 2.5-meter-long quilt. I’ve already completed four
quilts and just need to finish the fifth one,» Amantaikyzy said.
The fifth World Nomad Games in Astana is
expected to draw over 100,000 tourists, offering them a chance to explore not
only national sports but also the ancient culture of nomadic civilizations.
