Craft Production Unit
MARIA CARMINDA ÁVILA NUNES
Island:
São Jorge - CalhetaBiography:
The Casa de Artesanato da Fajã dos Vimes (Handicraft
House of Fajã dos Vimes), with over 30 years of existence, belongs to the
sisters Alzira and Carminda Nunes, dedicated to the weaving in “ponto alto” (high
point).
This house is a reference not only in the island’s Handicraft, but also of all the
Azores.
Those who visit the house are dazzled with its huge quilts made in linen and wool,
in bright colors.
Weaving certified by the Brand Artesanato dos Açores (Handicraft of the Azores).
Address:
FAJÃ DOS VIMES - RIBEIRA SECA, S/N,9850 - 213, RIBEIRA SECA