OKAY, HERE’S THE STORY

Set the scene.

Għarb is associated with a traditional knife known as the Sikkina tal-Għarb.

Here’s the twist.

Its craft traditions also include blacksmithing, weaving, carpentry, lace-making and cane-work.

Why it still matters.

Pick an everyday object and ask: who knew how to make it before it arrived ready-made in a shop?

🧠 One to think about +

What does this story change about the way you see Malta today? Pick one detail you’d tell a friend — then check its source below.