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Amigurumi is the term for stuffed toys made by crocheting or knitting. It originates from Japanese, where the word “ami” means “to crochet” and “nuigurumi” means “stuffed toy.” The primary materials used are yarn, a crochet hook, stuffing material, and sometimes accessories such as eyes and noses. The toys are crafted in separate pieces and then assembled and stuffed. Amigurumi can possess both aesthetic and functional qualities and is commonly used as children’s toys, decorative items, or colle

İznik Çinisi is a traditional ceramic type produced in the İznik district of Bursa province in Türkiye, distinguished by its high quartz content, white slip layer, and glossy transparent glaze. İznik tiles, widely used in Ottoman architecture between the 15th and 17th centuries, attract attention for both their aesthetic and technical qualities. Thanks to the original raw materials and underglaze decoration techniques employed, vibrant colors and intricate motifs are preserved beneath a brillian

Maraş copper craftsmanship is a traditional handicraft produced by hammering and decorating copper sheets with a thickness of 0.5 to 1.5 mm in Kahramanmaraş. Product Profile and Geographical Indication Type Maraş copper craftsmanship belongs to the group of handicraft products excluding carpets, kilims and textiles. It has been registered by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office as a "geographical indication". A geographical indication is a mark that identifies a product as originating from a

Dazkırı carpets are handwoven rugs produced in the Dazkırı district of Afyonkarahisar province in Türkiye, distinguished by their wool weaving technique and traditional motifs. Over the historical process, these carpets have become an integral part of the region’s textile heritage and are recognized as authentic expressions of local culture. Historical Development and Geographic Spread Dazkırı carpet weaving holds a significant place within the broader tradition of handwoven rugs in Afyonkarahis

Tosya Kıstısı is a traditional necklace unique to the Tosya district of Kastamonu Province in Türkiye, entirely produced by hand. This jewelry item has been officially registered under the geographical indication system and is recognized as a craft product intrinsically linked to the region, both in terms of its technical production characteristics and its cultural context. Geographical Definition and Boundaries Tosya Kıstısı must be produced exclusively within the boundaries of Tosya district,

Uluborlu Çeki Oyası is a traditional embroidery craft unique to the Uluborlu district of Isparta Province in Türkiye and is a protected traditional craft under geographical indication. Registered under Law No. 6769 on Industrial Property, this craft was applied for on 25 February 2021 and officially registered as a geographical indication on 9 May 2022. Registered by the Uluborlu Municipality, this embroidery is an integral part of the district’s cultural heritage, with all stages of its product

Maraş Copper Hand Engraving is a traditional craft product made by shaping and ornamenting copper sheets 0.5–1.5 mm thick using hammering techniques in Kahramanmaraş. Product Profile and Geographical Indication Type Maraş Copper Hand Engraving belongs to the category of traditional craft products excluding carpets, kilims, and textiles. It has been registered by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office as a “geographical indication.” A geographical indication is a mark identifying a product that

Stone Griddle Making is one of the traditional crafts unique to the Bartın region. Master artisans in the area shape stones extracted from large rock masses into flat griddles used for cooking. This traditional production method holds an important place in Bartın’s cultural heritage and has been officially protected through geographical indication registration. Historical Background The history of stone griddle production is closely linked to Bartın’s long-standing tradition of stonemasonry. Thi

Egg Heel Çarşamba Shoe is a traditional footwear type produced for over a century in the Çarşamba district of Samsun province in Türkiye. Its earliest production dates back to the 1900s. It gained widespread popularity in the 1930s and became closely associated with the region from the 1950s onward. The term “Egg heel” refers to the shoe’s wooden heel, approximately 35 mm in height, which over time evolved into the defining characteristic and identity of the product. Yumurta Topuk Çarşamba Ayakk