Fargana Mustafayeva, a resident of Baku, is among the artisans who have applied to ABAD (Simplified Support to Family Businesses) to enhance the development of her family enterprise. With over a decade of experience in crafting traditional souvenirs, Ms. Mustafayeva has established herself as a committed and skilled artisan in the field of applied arts.

Following her graduation from secondary school, she pursued a degree in education; however, her deep interest in visual arts and craftsmanship led her to explore creative disciplines beyond her formal academic background.

Encouraged and supported both morally and technically by her husband, she initiated the production of various national-style souvenirs as a means to contribute to the family economy and to bring her handmade creations to a wider audience.

Today, Ms. Mustafayeva specializes in producing a diverse range of culturally inspired items, including miniature decorative hats, traditional hair accessories, and handcrafted boxes intricately adorned with Azerbaijani motifs.

Her decision to join the ABAD network stems from her aspiration to move beyond a purely custom-order model of sales and to overcome various operational challenges she has encountered during the production process.