Craftswoman Uulbuu Sooronbaeva, who has dedicated her life to traditional Kyrgyz handicraft, spoke about selling her work to foreigners. The event took place at the Besh-Tash jailoo, where buyers were drawn to the aesthetics of the piece.
Traditions and Recognition of Labor
According to Uulbuu apa, her interest in the craft began in childhood. After marriage, she combined livestock farming with making household items. In particular, she spun threads from natural wool and created interior decorations for yurts.
"When the children grew up, I set up an 8-rope yurt. Foreign citizens saw it at the Besh-Tash jailoo and they liked it very much. Even back when we didn't really know what dollars were, they bought it for one thousand dollars. It was a great recognition of my labor."
Currently, due to her health, the craftswoman can no longer set up yurts independently, but she continues to make their interior decorations and small handicrafts. All items are made exclusively from natural wool.
Passing on the Craft
For Sooronbaeva, handicraft is a way to preserve national heritage. She is now passing her skills on to her daughters and granddaughters so that the traditional craft continues in future generations.
