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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

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 SpreadDazkırı carpet weaving holds a significant place within the broader tradition of handwoven rugs in Afyonkarahisar

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 BoundariesTosya Kıstısı must be produced exclusively within the boundaries of Tosya district, Ka

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 TypeMaraş 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 is

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 BackgroundThe history of stone griddle production is closely linked to Bartın’s long-standing tradition of stonemasonry. This