Saco de amêndoas artesanal de A Oficina, CIPRL, bordado tradicional de Minho, Portugal

Saco de amêndoas em contexto, peça artesanal da coleção Ra-Ro de Minho

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A Oficina, CIPRL

Almond Satchet

Name: Almond Satchet
Brand: Ra-Ro
SKU: 04PT07OFI0005
Price: 26.40 EUR
Availability: InStock

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UNCOMMON

What is the Ra-Ro Index?

Made of linen fabric, the Almond Satchet is one of the few pieces we have found decorated with this historic hand-embroidery technique, vibrant in colour, texture and unmatched quality. It is an unusual work of art, hidden in plain sight.

Regular price 26,40 €

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Almond Satchet

26,40 €

History Dimensions

Guimarães Embroidery is far from lost.

Eight Billion People in the World. Only eight of them are certified artisans in the art of Guimarães Embroidery.
Made from linen fabric, the Almond Sachet (Saco de Amêndoas) is one of the few pieces we found decorated with this historical technique of artisanal embroidery, vibrant due to its colours, texture, and unparalleled quality standard. It is an unusual work of art, hidden in plain sight.

The embroidery is a mix of rich 19th-century embroidery and even older popular embroidery, all originating from the city of Guimarães (Minho, Portugal). It allows only six colours (red, blue, beige, grey, white, and black) which must be stitched individually, reproducing stylized motifs.

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Frequently asked questions

What is this piece?

Almond sachet in linen with Guimarães embroidery, a craft kept by only eight certified artisans in Minho. Made by A Oficina, vibrant colours.

Which region is it from?

It comes from Minho, in Portugal. At Ra-Ro, every piece is tied to its origin and to the territory where it is made.

Who makes this piece?

It is made by A Oficina, CIPRL, the producer Ra-Ro works with directly for this piece.

What technique is used?

This piece is made using the Bordado technique.

Are all pieces identical?

As a handmade piece, it may vary slightly from one example to another. That variation is part of its authenticity.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, Ra-Ro ships worldwide.

How do returns work?

You have 14 days for a free return.

Is payment secure?

Yes, all payments are processed securely and encrypted.

Length > 17 cm
Width > 13 cm
Thickness > 1 cm

Meet the Producer

A CONTEMPORARY CULTURAL LIGHTHOUSE

A Oficina is a shop, atelier, gallery and inclusive artistic community in the heart of Guimarães, where certified artisans preserve traditional techniques such as Guimarães Embroidery, ensuring that living heritage remains relevant.

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Identity and Role

In the heart of Guimarães, A Oficina is a shop, an atelier, an art gallery, an artistic co-producer, a sponsor for creative scholarships and an inclusive artistic community. Pretty much a contemporary cultural beacon in one of Portugal’s most iconic and historically rich cities.

Inside the Space

If you go inside, you might see master artisans like Sameiro Fernandes or Maria da Conceição Ribeiro sewing a distinctly local embroidery in 21 stitches to reproduce 19th century motifs, using a rigorous palette of exactly six colours (red, blue, beige, gray, white, black).

The Bordado de Guimarães

It is called Bordado de Guimarães (Embroidery of Guimarães) and they are the only two people in the world currently certified to execute this traditional technique that blends rich embroidery and early popular embroidery.

A Living Heritage

As a keeper of stories, gestures, and time, A Oficina is more than a physical space. Here, heritage and modernity aren’t stored behind a glass storefront; they are lived, touched, and passed from hand to hand.