Badma Ochirova, About Crafts

Badma says that in the past the Kalmyks had blacksmiths. Also, the Kalmyks used wool widely in making ropes, whips, socks, felt boots etc. Of all wool varieties, the Kalmyks did not sell cow’s wool. In her childhood Badma recalls wearing felt boots and a down hat. Her grandmother and auntie could sew well. Her grandmother also sewed hats, dresses and embroidery on floor covers. Badma herself can sew embroidery and make felt.Sponsored by Arcadia Fund, a charitable fund of Lisbet Rausing and Peter Baldwi