Kyrgyzpatent Press Service visited Ms. Aidai Asangulova, young talented inventor and designer, leader of the “Bykon” Studio, who has patented “The method of color felt patterns application”.

- Aidai, please tell us, when you got started your working?

- I graduated from the Kyrgyz State University of Construction, Transport and Architecture majoring in clothing design; since 2002 I have been working as designer of Kyrgyz style, namely Kyrgyz national shirdaks, kiyizs and different felt souvenirs production. I like felt very much, it is very ancient and interesting material, which provides possibilities for creative experiments.

- How have you mastered the art, patented later?

- Our Studio faced the problem of qualitative multi texture raw lack as well as a thin felt. We have experimented and are experienting a lot with different forms, sizes, colors. Soon we produced some felt models: thin felt and checkered felt. Our products became popular among customers. In 2007 we filed the application for our invention – “Method of color felt patterns application”.

- Why did you decide to patent your invention?

- At present time the felting is being developed, there are a lot of craftsmen, felt items are not limited in practice, from original souvenirs and ornaments to interior pieces.

- What are your technique’s advantages?

- By means of this technique we may apply color felt panes of wool on any tissue, even on silk. Generally we use this technique for comforters manufacturing. Felt is being fixed well, patterns are well-defined, even small details from both sides. Moreover practicality and durability are also advantages of this technique, so we can recommend machine washing; our items do not dim and felt is strongly fixed. Our method allows producing a model of similar pattern, design and color in large quantities.

- In what way your production has reached popularity?

- In October 2003 jointly with the “Tumar” salon we organized an exhibition of felt items in wide range: accessories, more than 20 models of felt comforters, different interior pieces. The exhibition had a great success and encouraged our further work. We have gained permanent customers; in 2007 we registered in Kyrgyzpatent our trademark “Aidai”. Step by step our registered trademark has come a brand, showing itself as a qualified manufacturer. Our craftsmen visit Central-Asian exhibitions where they sell successfully our goods under the “Aidai” brand. Generally we produce accessories: comforters and different ornaments. We have more than 60 types of comforters – they are pretty popular now. You may find our products in “Tumar”salon.

- Aidai, we wish you every success in your work and new ideas!

Reference:
Trademark “Aidai”
Registered on May 28, 2007, Certificate No 7771
Owner – Asangulova Aidai Bektemirovna

Invention “Method of color felt patterns application”
Patent under the owner’s liability # 1196
Author and Patent owner – Asangulova Aidai Bektemirovna

Reference (http://ru.wikipedia.org):

Felt is a non-woven cloth that is produced by matting, condensing and pressing fibers. While some types of felt are very soft, some are tough enough to form construction materials. Felt can be of any color, and made into any shape or size.

Felt is the oldest form of fabric known to humankind. It predates weaving and knitting, although there is archaeological evidence from the British Museum that the first known thread was made by winding vegetable fibers on the thigh. In Turkey, the remains of felt have been found dating back at least to 6,500 BC. Highly sophisticated felted artifacts were found preserved in permafrost in a tomb in Siberia and dated to 600 AD[clarification needed].

Many cultures have legends as to the origins of feltmaking. Sumerian legend claims that the secret of feltmaking was discovered by Urnamman of Lagash. The story of Saint Clement and Saint Christopher relates that while fleeing from persecution, the men packed their sandals with wool to prevent blisters. At the end of their journey, the movement and sweat had turned the wool into felt socks.