Rosa Maria del "Nyigui-nyogui"
Craftswoman (1939) Girona

She was born under the bed because of her mother's fear of the bombings that were falling on Girona in 1939. That January night, Antonio Machado was also passing through the city on his way into exile. Today, Rosa Maria lives in the same house with her children and grandchildren. Rosa Maria Sais i Micaló, or "Múnia" as her family calls her, is very well known in Girona, especially for "Nyigui-Nyogui," the shop she opened on Carrer dels Mercaders in 1976. The day they opened, they sold everything and went to sleep wondering, "What will we sell tomorrow?" "Nyigui-Nyogui" was more than just a shop during its 44 years in business: you could find everything from handmade clothing and jewelry to home decor items. There are few people in Girona who haven't shopped there at some point. Rosa Maria is a very wise woman, with inexhaustible energy and enthusiasm, and extraordinary generosity. She has always been incredibly creative and has made just about anything with her own hands. Her imagination is so boundless that even today she rushes to her workshop to bring her latest idea to life. If you happen to be in Girona, you might find her cycling or walking Pernil, her grandson's dachshund. Rosa Maria's life is a testament to her passion for creating and giving, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who know her.