Friday, October 5, 2012

Winners of “Flower” Milk Carton Design Competition

Thank you for all of your patience, the wait is finally over! The Oriental Fusion Handcraft is proud to present our 4 winners of the “Flower” Milk Carton Design Competition 2012!!! Congratulations to the 4 winners, we’ll see all of you again for the next competition!

Here are the winners...

Brightest Innovation Award - Gabriela Martínez Hernández (Mexico)
Becoming the light that cuts away the darkness, the designer infused the warmth from her spirit into the design of this craft. This breathtaking light element attracts everyone to feel the recycling spirit deep within their soul. The Brightest Innovation Award not only shows the skill of utilizing new techniques, but also brings us the inspiration that changes our lives forever.

Outstanding Craftsmanship Award - Luisa Basurto Morales (Mexico)
Extraordinary use of skill and design, it is not surprising why this designer received international acclaim. With her deep understanding of styling, cuts and folds, this flower within a flower within a flower design, intrigues us to proudly give this piece the Outstanding Craftsmanship Award. Seeing this design makes us want to start sewing as a hobby again.

Magnificent Milk Carton Merit Award - Yukie Partos (United States)
Utilizing the unique qualities that the milk carton material provides us, the designer created this water holding vase from a single milk carton. The design incorporated natural folds with simple cuts to bring us the essence of the natural milk carton. The Magnificent Milk Carton Merit Award is given for retaining the aura of the original milk carton while being forged into this elegant flower design.

Daily Inspiration Award - Sonia Delgado (United States)
Practical, Beautiful, Creative. This design receives the Daily Inspirational Award due to its design elements and functionality in many applications. The idea of using a recycled craft for daily use in a restaurant, senior center, or daycare center really inspires others to remind them about recycling. The handmade element also shows personal care through the thoughtfulness needed to transform things. This piece is a direct example of what we here at the Oriental Fusion Handcraft Workshop try to promote!