Text by MOOK Attractions · Compiled and Reported / Photos by MOOK Attractions Liao Weiren
The 2018 POP UP ASIA Asian Handicrafts Exhibition kicked off in grand style on November 15th, bringing together 300 brands from over 20 cities across 13 countries.
Making what you love part of your life is the core concept of handmade crafts. (Photo by MOOK Attractions Liao Weiren, same applies to the following)
The exhibition is divided into three zones—Materials & Manufacturing, Asian Themes, and Original Brands—featuring more than 200 hands-on workshops that showcase local characteristics from Japan, Korea, Thailand, India, Cambodia, Laos, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and India, presenting different aspects of the handmade ecosystem in full.
The opening crowd was simply astonishing, with everyone showing great interest in handmade crafts.
1. Stylish Accessories
The items created by vendors at the Asian Handicrafts Exhibition are a blend of designers' inspiration and the warmth of handmade craftsmanship. Each product—from idea and design to material selection and production—is a true work of art, resulting in diverse styles and unique features.
Many cute, high-quality, and creative stylish accessories.
2. Unique Shops
Stylish accessories naturally come with unique shops. The 300+ brands present each have their own distinct character, with creative and thoughtfully designed shop displays and interiors that are highly photogenic. You can shop while admiring the care put into each store, and you’ll be drawn in even before seeing the handmade goods themselves.
Each shop has a uniquely designed interior.
3. Hands-On Workshops
The exhibition offers more than 200 workshops where you can experience crafts firsthand. Twenty-nine artisans from Taiwan’s National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute bring
The exhibition features over 200 hands-on workshops where you can fully experience the beauty of craftsmanship.
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