Who knew discarded paper could have such a colorful second life? That’s exactly what Sofia Pereira, the creative mind behind Fiaseira Shop, does: she gives paper a second chance, transforming it into colorful, one-of-a-kind creations that can be played with or displayed as home decor. Each piece is handmade and hand-painted, celebrating the little imperfections and individual details that make every creation unique.

What first caught my eye about her work was the bold use of color and the playful designs. From flower-shaped notepads and photo holders to donut-shaped lamps, her creations show just how far a little paper, glue, paint, and imagination can go.

Take a look at her collection of unique handmade pieces and discover the story behind one of her most memorable creations.

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#1 Donut Lamp / Lâmpada Donut

As Sofia shared with Bored Panda, she has a background in fashion design. However, it wasn’t until 2021, while taking a professional photography course, that she began exploring the possibilities of recycled paper. The project had actually started back in 2020, during the pandemic, as a way to keep herself occupied and as a creative hobby: “That’s when I began this adventure in paper recycling,” she recalled.

#2 Jorge Jug / Jarra Jorge

#3 Midnight Jug / Jarra Meia-Noite

But where does she find inspiration for such colorful and imaginative creations? Sofia explained: "I end up consuming a lot of art every day, both on and off social media, which greatly influences my work. But since I already have a natural inclination to create things, I often start with just a 'vague' idea, and when I begin to develop it, I let the creative process flow. Sometimes the pieces don't make sense; sometimes they work. And I like it that way, because not all art has to have an explanation."

#4 Dalila Jug / Jarra Dalila

#5 Jacinta Jug / Jarra Jacinta

It’s hard not to smile at Sofia’s creations. They are playful and full of personality, bringing back that childlike joy of creating and exploring without worrying too much about the end result. Her work is a lovely reminder that art doesn’t always have to be serious to leave a soulful impression.

Based in Portugal’s Algarve region, Fiaseira brings her colorful creations to life for anyone looking to add a little more creativity and character to their everyday surroundings. You can explore her collection in her online shop or, if you're nearby, find her at local arts and crafts fairs.

#6 Jerónimo Jug / Jarra Jerónimo

#7 Jugs - Collection 02

#8 Squiggly Mirror / Espelho Squiggly

#9 Aurora Dominoes (Sofia's Favorite Project)

As Sofia shared with us: "One of the first pieces I created, which has now become almost the symbol of my brand, was a set of dominoes. I remember spending a lot of time as a child playing dominoes with my grandparents, and those memories may have contributed to the creation of this product, even if I didn’t realize it at first."