Edwin was born in Huancayo, Perú in 1989 to a family of craftsmen. His parents taught him the art of decorating gourds at an early age. He has three brothers.
He makes more than 20 products. The designs are carved and burned into the gourds. He has studied foreign trade and hopes to continue growing his entrepreneurial skills as well as learn to export his products himself. Edwin now lives in Lima, Perú.