"ABAD" beneficiary: Narmina Mutallibova | Region: Baku | Decorative-applied art

One of the ancient crafts of Azerbaijan is artistic embroidery, a skill that Narmina Mutallibova, a resident of Baku, learned from her grandmother and mother. Currently, Narmina is engaged in artistic embroidery, doll-making, and the art of macramé. When she began practicing this craft years ago, she faced challenges in sourcing the necessary woven rope as raw material.
Seeking support to develop her family business, Narmina applied to the ABAD program, which enabled her to successfully overcome difficulties related to raw material procurement and sales organization.
Having explored various fields of craftsmanship and achieved success in all of them, Narmina shares:
“As a child, I was captivated by the exquisite handiwork of my grandmother’s artistic embroidery, which remains visually striking to this day. I grew up watching her creations. Over time, I began crafting decorative wall panels and pot stands in various sizes and designs, gradually refining this art and expanding into other handmade works. My first solo exhibition was held in 1987.”
Notably, Narmina currently produces traditional Azerbaijani “araxchin” headwear and jewelry in a national style.
Additionally, she creates various handmade items in the art of macramé, a craft derived from the Arabic word meaning “knotted weaving.”
Today, Narmina Mutallibova’s handcrafted works are showcased at ABAD craftsmanship centers.