2/04/2025
My name is Sawza Maruf Said. I was born in 1956. At the age of four, I lost both of my eyes due to an illness. One night, I went to sleep with healthy eyes, and by morning, I had become blind! The illness is not hereditary, and in our family, until now, there has been no other blind person - I am the only one. I learned sewing from my sister-in-law. The first time I sewed a dress was when I was 13 years old, and I have continued this work ever since. I mostly sew maxis, dresses, and Kurdish clothing for people, but recently, cancer has gripped me, and I have visited Hewa Hospital. I can no longer do the work as I used to, and now I only sew clothes for myself. In the past, (Kewa) was very difficult to sew and was not like the current style; it had seven or eight pieces. Besides sewing, I also made handicrafts, bags, and floor cloths by hand. Whatever I touched, I would quickly learn - my talent was a gift from God. I even used to repair sewing machines for people. Despite losing my sight and being ill, I now teach sewing classes in this center, and nothing has become an obstacle in my work and life. I also teach classes to people with special needs, especially those who are blind and deaf. I continue to attend all festivals and showcase my handicrafts...