Preserving heritage no easy feat

Changing lives: Swee Lin (left) and Swee May showcasing their products at their pop-up store in Isetan KLCC. — Photo courtesy of Humans of KL

PETALING JAYA: In a world that constantly embraces new trends and innovations, preserving traditional heritage can sometimes be a challenge.

For Lee Swee Lin, who founded ManekNya in 2022 with her sister Swee May, the art of handcrafting Nyonya beads holds a special place in her heart.