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Almond Satchet
26,40 €
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Small‑batch craft production. The time counts from your order.Made of linen fabric, the Almond Sachet 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.
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Guimarães Embroidery
Almond Satchet
A linen bag decorated with Guimarães Embroidery, a work of art hidden in plain sight.
Story of the piece
Almond Satchet
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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In numbers
The piece in facts.
Colours6colours
Red, blue, beige, grey, white and black, the only ones allowed.
CenturyXIX
The rich embroidery that inspires the technique dates from the 19th century.
Length17cm
A small bag, 13 cm wide.
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Overview
The bag
White linen embroidered in red with stylised motifs.
- 1BowAn embroidered bow at the centre of the piece.
- 2EdgingDecorative stitches near the opening.
- 3HeartLeafy branches drawing a heart.
- 4FlowerA stylised motif at the centre.
Detail
The motifs
Leaves, flowers and spirals in satin stitch.
- 1FlowerPetals embroidered in relief.
- 2LeavesLeafy branches in satin stitch.
- 3BudsSmall motifs that complete the design.
Meet the Producer
A CONTEMPORARY CULTURAL LIGHTHOUSE
A Oficina is a shop, gallery and inclusive artistic community in the heart of Guimarães, where certified artisans preserve traditional techniques such as Bordado de Guimarães, ensuring that living heritage stays relevant.
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Questions
Everything you need to know.
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.
Where do you ship?
We ship to Portugal, the rest of Europe, the US, Canada and Brazil.
How do returns work?
You have 30 days for a free return.
Is payment secure?
Yes, all payments are processed securely and encrypted.
Take home the Almond Bag and keep a living piece of Guimarães heritage.
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