Welcome to the eleventh issue of Eszter’s Weekly Elephant! We hope your week has been pleasant so far! Let's dive into this week's issue! Just the other night, before falling asleep, I sat on the bed staring blankly ahead, closing off the day within myself. As I let my gaze drift half-unconsciously over the bedroom decor, I couldn’t help but smile. Among our numerous decorations, which I adore, more than half — in fact, nearly three-quarters — are handmade items. We have items like cross-stitched embroideries, crocheted bedspreads, and wall hangings, some of which I made and others crafted by different artisans. We also have hand-carved or ceramic sculptures, framed photographs from the film and development era, hand-knotted rugs, candle holders carved from mango wood, and a mouse statue sewn together from various textiles by a textile artist.
Thanks for the mention, Eszter. As you might surmise, I agree with you on all this. I also think that being surrounded by things that people have made with care and love connects us to those people, our friends or ancestors, our community. Their creations are imbued with their spirit. This is why it's so sad when they are swept away.
I agree. That's why we always try to decorate with handmade items and preserve old furniture whenever possible. They add a beautiful, warm energy to every room.
Thanks for the mention, Eszter. As you might surmise, I agree with you on all this. I also think that being surrounded by things that people have made with care and love connects us to those people, our friends or ancestors, our community. Their creations are imbued with their spirit. This is why it's so sad when they are swept away.
I agree. That's why we always try to decorate with handmade items and preserve old furniture whenever possible. They add a beautiful, warm energy to every room.