Since 2023
ARTTEN FOUNDATION
In a world marked by rising violence and deepening divisions, the Artten Foundation stands as a beacon of hope, bringing people together through the power of art and craft. We harness creativity as a tool to resist despair, heal wounds, and rebuild broken connections. Every stitch, every creation, is an act of care — a commitment to crafting a more resilient and united future. Through collective expression, we offer hope, foster healing, and inspire positive change.
Collective Weaving for Peace
Gul&Blå:
Hela Sverige Flätar
Over 8,000 participants have taken part in the collective weaving of a 6 x 3 meter Swedish flag, side by side with Ukrainian refugees. Originally created to unite two nations during the centennial celebration of Stockholm City Hall (Stadshuset) in 2023, the initiative has since grown into a powerful symbol of integration. What began as a tribute has evolved into an ongoing movement — inspiring continued collective art-making as a way to build connection, resilience, and community.
85+
Workshops across Sweden
1000+
Hours of Creativity
10mln +
People's hopes and aspirations
55+
Meters of recycled textiles are utilized
MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOW
Choose Donation Package
Hope
Contribute 70 SEK
Can provide 250 grams of yarn for the Ukrainian mother to knit a warm scarf for her child.
Optimism
Contribute 350 SEK
Can provide knitting kits for two women, enabling them to cope with the trauma of war and loneliness through crafts.
Impact
Contribute 17 200 SEK
Can support a three-day community workshop with 15 women, providing them with the opportunity to learn and empower each other.
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Contribute to a joint artwork Gul&Blå: hela Sverige flätar. Minimum donation is 20 SEK and you can choose between yellow and blue bands to write a peace greeting on.
Ludmila Christeseva is an accomplished artist and curator, recognized for her commitment to amplifying female voices in the arts through various international projects.
With the onset of the war in Ukraine, Christeseva took the lead in organizing public textile workshops focused on the production of camouflage nets. Her noble aim was to contribute to saving lives in Ukraine. During this period, she formed an art collective named “Crafts that Unite, Heal, and Last,” consisting of Ukrainian refugee mothers and children who wove for peace.
In acknowledgment of her significant societal impact, bringing hope and optimism to those who lost families and homes, Ludmila Christeseva was nominated for the Nelson Mandela Prize. She achieved further acclaim by winning the prestigious Impact of the Year 2023 award from IHM Impact Awards, solidifying her dedication to making a positive change through her artistic initiatives.
Global Sisterhood
Committed To Empowering Women
Weaving and various crafts have historically not been viable sources of income for women across different generations and cultures. At Artten Foundation, we actively delve into the realms of fashion, crafts, and sustainability, aiming to foster sustainable sisterly relationships and empower women from diverse cultural disciplines. Our projects are thoughtfully designed as collaborative efforts among women, creating a powerful and supportive community of artists and creators.
Democracy and Gender Equality
We tackle patterns of exclusion, structural barriers, and unequal power relations. Our approach involves unique strategies to empower women and youths on a global scale. Through education, collaboration, and exhibitions, we aim to foster a more equitable and inclusive society.
- Unique curatorial strategies
- Networking and collaboration
- Education and coaching
- Sustainability
Weaving Global Impact: Patterns of Empowerment, Solidarity, and Peace
Weaving projects
Turkey-Belarus
The project united women from Belarus and Turkey.
Ukraine-Greece-USA
Presentation of "Light Saves Lives" during Stockholm Design Week.
Belarus-Turkey-France
Women across borders and restrictions crochet for peace.
USA-Norway-Ukraine
The textile workshop at Oslo Freedom Forum.
Ukraine-Sweden
Flash Mob at Modern Art Museum in Stockholm for Museums' Night.
Ukraine-Sweden
Ukrainian and Swedish children painted a body of works for peace.
Made in Solidarity and Compassion
Suzani for Peace
The “Suzani for Peace” project amplifies women’s voices for peace through various artistic expressions. Women globally have joined the project, contributing their unique granny square designs to create a unified artwork titled “Solidarity.”
Turkey
Turkish women are actively engaged in Suzani for Peace project.
United States
Documentary Film Production with female directors.
Belarus
Curatorial strategies to bring visibility to Belarusian female artists.