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Firing the Dragon: Guan Huat Dragon Kiln
Photographer Elena Boyce discovers how Singapore potter, Alvin Ng, adds a touch magic to his pottery by using a traditional "dragon kiln."
Elena Boyce
Feb 1, 20243 min read
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Cheers AWA! You're 88 years old!
A reflection and celebration of the American Women's Association's 88 years of history and legacy in Singapore.
Suellen Lee
Nov 6, 20232 min read
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An Insider's Time-Capsule: A Pioneer Recalls Her AWA Days (1949-1982)
Martha Smith's letter to the AWA gives us a rare opportunity to experience the early years (1949-1982) with AWA Singapore.
AWA Editor
Nov 5, 20233 min read
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Weaving a Family Legacy: The Singaporean Craft of Rattan Furniture Making
Faces Behind the Makers: Discovering Singapore's Heritage Trades by Elena Boyce The use of rattan as a material for furniture can be...
Elena Boyce
May 3, 20233 min read
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The Vibrant Colors of Kebaya
Faces Behind the Makers: Discovering Singapore's Heritage Trades by Elena Boyce Raymond Wong, one of the last few Peranakan kebaya...
Elena Boyce
Mar 2, 20237 min read
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Stitching Joy, Luck and Wealth: The Mastery of Keeping the Memories alive
Faces behind the Makers: Discovering Singapore's Heritage Trades by Elena Boyce Entering the Eng Tiang Huat Cultural Heritage shop felt...
Elena Boyce
Dec 31, 20227 min read
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The Art of Connecting with Tea
Faces Behind the Makers: Discovering Singapore's Heritage Trades by Elena Boyce (first published in the AWA Sep-Oct 2022 issue) The...
Elena Boyce
Nov 8, 20223 min read
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