For Amy Lopez Nayve, a Filipino paper engineer, a love that stands the test of time should be paired with flowers that last forever. For this Valentine’s season, the artist-entrepreneur transformed the traditional bouquet into a handcrafted gift to be cherished for years to come.
The young founder of the Pumapapel Pop-Up Design Studio believes that there is a unique sentimentality found solely in physical items. And thus, she introduced a pop-up rose bouquet as a mailable expression of admiration, endearment, and love.
“Show your feelings and affection to your special someone even if you are far apart with this treasured keepsake,” she shared.
“It is personalized and heartfelt,” she added. “The best part is you can send it anywhere in the world and not be concerned it might wilt before it reaches the receiver.”
This imaginative creation, which folds flat, can be tucked safely in an equally charming envelope. When opened, it pops into an intricate 3D artwork as a heartwarming, pleasant surprise.
Priced at a special Valentine’s offer of P460, it comes with a dainty notecard for handwritten messages, which can likewise be displayed on the vase.
“So much care and love went into designing this bouquet,” Nayve explained. “We hope it will help you convey all your love to your special someone.”
The Industrial Design graduate from the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) explained sales aim to support the small business to move forward with its advocacy to uplift local artists.
“Not only will you be giving a special and meaningful gift, you will also assist us to support talented Filipino artists and build a brighter future for our creative community,” she stated.
As the first Filipino paper engineer to gain international recognition for her work, Nayve has made it her mission to pioneer the Philippine paper engineering industry and inspire the next generation.
She is part of the 2024 cohort of the SHE Fellowship, a prestigious eight-month leadership and crowdfunding program by The Spark Project and Sasakawa Peace Foundation, which supports women entrepreneurs. This opportunity has fueled her mission to grow Pumapapel and crowdfund for the benefit of Pumapapel’s creative community.
For details and orders, visit pumapapelcrafts.com.