The event, organized by the Association of Roteña Artisan Women ‘Al Arte’ with the collaboration of the City Council, took place at the historic Castillo de Luna, bringing together locals and tourists.
Attendees explored stands showcasing vinyl and silicone pieces that realistically replicate newborns, alongside children's clothing, decorative items, and accessories. A dedicated space for amigurumi, crochet dolls, was also featured.
A new addition this year was a distributor of specialized materials for creating reborn dolls, offering insight into the technical process from mold preparation to final finishing.
Reborn dolls are artisan figures crafted for a high degree of realism, involving detailed painting, hair rooting, and assembly, fostering a specific market for collectibles and materials.
The organization mentioned that these dolls are used professionally as support tools for individuals with neurodegenerative diseases, grief processes, or loneliness, always under specialized supervision.
The exhibition's setting in the Castillo de Luna enhances Rota's summer cultural programming, utilizing a key heritage site for a craft-focused initiative.
The ‘Al Arte’ association aims to provide a platform for handmade crafts and foster direct interaction between creators and the public, indicating the event's potential for continuation.
While specific attendance figures were not released, organizers highlighted the public's positive response, allowing visitors to learn about the creation process, interact with artisans, and purchase related items.
