Book A Textile Traveler's Guide to Guatemala

Book A Textile Traveler's Guide to GuatemalaAn excellent resource for discovering artisans, markets, shops, and those storied regional textile traditions. Geared to independent minded travelers, this guide presents the safest and most accessible methods of travel, where and when to go, where to stay, and what to eat. The vibrant character of Guatemala is most visible in its handwoven textiles, which are still in everyday use and readily available in native markets all over the country. A

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India that trains women in sewing skills so they may lift themselves out of poverty

The back and hand rolled piping are silver grey rayon blend

natural dyes

Lightweight wool blend shawl

The embroidery is done by machine with a crewel stitch

The fine detail is exquisite

and  evolution  of  Chiapas textiles  from  pre-Columbian  royal raiment to  the  latest manifestations  of  ancient  symbols  and  styles

Beautiful handwoven cotton pillow from a small group in Mexico

The writing is charcoal on heathered white/light grey background

Handmade felt birds - Cardinal

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