Anyone can make a spoon, but not everyone can make the handle.
More Turkish Proverbs:
An ass does not appreciate fruit compote.Turkish
Where conceit and ignorance sit, grass will not grow again.
Turkish
Whatever the thoughts of the dervish, so are his formulas.
Turkish
The green twig is easily bent.
Turkish
You may lie, but not too much.
Turkish
Oh, misfortune, I forgive you when you come alone.
Turkish