Frequently Asked Questions

It is the official website of the Cabildo of Fuerteventura dedicated to informing about and promoting the island’s traditional crafts.
It includes information about artisans, techniques, workshops, cultural heritage, and initiatives related to Majorero craftsmanship.

No, the website does not sell products.
Its purpose is informational and promotional, aimed at giving visibility to Fuerteventura’s crafts and the people who practice them.

It features traditional craft trades from Fuerteventura.
These include traditional pottery, calado (drawn-thread embroidery), basketry, spinning, weaving, and other trades linked to the island’s cultural heritage.

Artisans connected to traditional trades and officially recognized may be included.
The directory contains profiles validated in accordance with the regulations and criteria established by the responsible institution.

Through the Artisans Directory available on the website.
Each profile includes information about the craft, the artisan’s background, and, when applicable, contact details or external links.

In some cases, yes.
When authorized by the artisan, the profile includes contact details or links to their own channels.

They are training activities related to traditional crafts.
The workshops are promoted or supported by the Cabildo of Fuerteventura and aim to pass on knowledge and craft techniques.

In the workshops section or the website’s agenda.
Announcements are published when the information is official and confirmed.

It depends on each workshop.
The website provides information about the activity and, when applicable, indicates the registration procedure or the organization responsible.

The website is updated periodically.
New news items, workshops, interviews, informational content, and directory updates are added.

Yes, all published information comes from official sources or has been verified.
The website is an institutional channel linked to the Cabildo of Fuerteventura.

Yes, part of the content is also available in English.
This helps provide access to information for visitors and an international audience.

Not without prior authorization.
The content is protected by usage rights and the conditions stated in the legal notice must be respected.

It is a trade based on techniques and knowledge passed down historically.
It is part of cultural heritage and remains alive thanks to the continued practice of artisans.

Yes, the website includes contemporary crafts.
In addition to traditional trades, it also includes information on current craft disciplines such as jewelry-making, dressmaking, leatherworking, recycled-material crafts, and other contemporary practices linked to the island.

Through the website’s contact form.
Enquiries are handled through the appropriate official channels.