consider myself lucky because I was born and raised in a place where crafts were part of day-to-day life. As a child I spent lots of time with my parents and grandparents while they were weaving. I listened to the tales as I was playing with reeds. When I grew up they asked me to try to weave the reeds and I remember when my grandmother wasn't happy with my weaving. So I tried and tried and this is how I learned to weave properly.

As a grownup I realised that I inherited a treasure and now I weave not just for the income but to take futher the art of wooving. Besides the traditional baskets I like to innovate and keep my customers happy.

I love to hold workshops for children and adults alike, where I teach them the art of weaving.

Szilagyi Ilona

oday reeds are a little-known plant. In Tonciu, however, this plant is enjoying great polularity because weaving provides the locals with an income. Our baskets are rustic and useful all around the home!