She says her interest in silk dyeing and working with wool felt started as a hobby and a way to stay connected to her native Kyrgyz culture. Felt, for instance, is widely used by the Kyrgyz in traditional yurt covers, carpets, and clothing. She also incorporates traditional Kyrgyz ornaments and motifs in the items she creates.
She talked to SBS Russian about hand-dyeing, sustainable lifestyle, her experience of starting a small enterprise in Australia, and finding a creative community of makers in Adelaide.
