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Andres first learned hand embroidery, then taught himself how to do thread painting on a sewing machine. He uses photos of birds and butterflies that we have chosen from books or online as models for his embroidery. The fabric is hand-woven on backstrap looms, then placed in an embroidery hoop to stretch it during the embroidery process. He then “thread paints” the design using his sewing machine, moving the fabric in various ways to get the desired texture and effect. Quickly “painting” then changing the thread color and “painting” again, it is amazing how expertly he produces the embroidery. He then tailors the coin purse, adding zippers and linings. We have watched his work improve over the years, and nowadays he has reached the peak!

He usually is found wearing traditional men’s pants of Santiago Atitlan, mid-calf and embroidered with birds.

5.25” W and 4.25” H
Zipper closure
Extra zippered pocket on back 3.25” high and 5.25” wide
Cotton fabric handwoven on a backstrap loom.
Many colors of cotton thread and acrylic “brilliante” threads.

Lined.

Andres first learned hand embroidery, then taught himself how to do thread painting on a sewing machine. He uses photos of birds and butterflies that we have chosen from books or online as models for his embroidery. The fabric is hand-woven on backstrap looms, then placed in an embroidery hoop to stretch it during the embroidery process. He then “thread paints” the design using his sewing machine, moving the fabric in various ways to get the desired texture and effect. Quickly “painting” then changing the thread color and “painting” again, it is amazing how expertly he produces the embroidery. He then tailors the coin purse, adding zippers and linings. We have watched his work improve over the years, and nowadays he has reached the peak!

He usually is found wearing traditional men’s pants of Santiago Atitlan, mid-calf and embroidered with birds.

5.25” W and 4.25” H
Zipper closure
Extra zippered pocket on back 3.25” high and 5.25” wide
Cotton fabric handwoven on a backstrap loom.
Many colors of cotton thread and acrylic “brilliante” threads.

Lined.

Twelve years ago we met Rafael selling his beautiful hand-carved coconut shell jewelry to tourists on the shore of Lake Atitlán. Eliza and her mom visited Rafael and his family and watched in marvel as he showed us the entire process of creating a necklace. We then worked with him to develop a line of over 100 designs. We continue to add new designs to the website every week. Suggestions? Let us know!

Each piece is approximately 1.25” in diameter. There is some variation in the tone of the natural coconut shell. There is also some variation in the metal ring. Each pendant is attached to an adjustable black necklace cord.

You can wear these 24/7, including in the shower. The tone of the coconut will evolve with exposure to moisture.

Weavers by beautiful Lake Atitlán combined stripes of soft blues with a broad indigo center stripe for our Indigo & Blues Placemat. A great accent for any table, any time of day. Coordinate with matching tablecloth or table runner, and coordinating napkins and coasters to complete your table. Handmade and fair trade.

Inspired by beautiful Lake Atitlán, Mayan Hands weavers combine shades of blue for our for the distinctive Indigo & Blues Table Runner. A broad center indigo stripe is bordered by stripes of soft blues. A great accent for any table, any time of day. Matching placemats and coordinating napkins and coasters available. 

• 100% cotton
• 14" x 60"
• Cold water wash separately, line dry

Inspired by beautiful Lake Atitlán, Mayan Hands weavers combine shades of blue for the distinctive Indigo & Blues Table Runner. Indigo stripes alternate with narrow stripes of soft blues. A great accent for any table, any time of day. Coordinating napkins and matching table runner, placemats and coasters available—sold separately. This sturdy cotton tablecloth will last for years and years. Available in 3 sizes.

Accent your table with this distinctive table runner, rendered in variegated shades of indigo. Expertly handwoven on the traditional backstrap loom by our artisan partners in the Sololá region, this runner features a hand-knotted fringe. Perfect for casual or elegant occasions

• 100% cotton
• 14" x 60"
• Cold water wash, line dry

Bring the depth of rich tradition and storytelling to your table setting with the artfully crafted Indigo Jaspe Table Runner.  Handwoven on a traditional backstrap loom by our artisan partners in Sololá, this unique runner features a white maiz jaspe (ikat) motif on an indigo background.  In the jaspe (ikat) technique, threads are carefully tied and dyed, then meticulously woven to reveal a design that is often inspired by nature.  This table runner features a pattern of maiz, or corn, the most signficant crop for the Maya people, representing the very gift of life from Mother Earth to her children.  Woven from naturally dyed indigo threads and finished with hand-twisted fringe.  Available in two lengths.

• 100% cotton
• 14" wide x 60" long or 14" wide x 72" long, not including fringe
• Cold water wash, line dry

Our beaded bracelets are handmade by Maya women artisans using the highest quality Czech glass beads and crystals, and durable professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Our bracelets close easily with a toggle closure: one end has beaded loops and the other a T-shaped piece that slips into one of the loops, depending on how tight or loose you would like the bracelet to be. All very sturdy! 

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. She still has a Fair Trade beading group and a number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Durable professional beading thread

7 3/8" - 7 3/4" long and 1" wide

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

• Pine needles, native grass, raffia
• 9" diameter x 2" high

Our king penguin with baby penguin beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Mujeres de Panabaj. a group of Maya women artisans, using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth. 

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

2 1/8" high x 1 1/2" wide (with wings extended; 1/2" wide with wings in back) x 1" deep, with 1" beaded loop and metal key ring

Andres first learned hand embroidery, then taught himself how to do thread painting on a sewing machine. He uses photos of birds and butterflies that we have chosen from books or online as models for his embroidery. The fabric is hand-woven on backstrap looms, then placed in an embroidery hoop to stretch it during the embroidery process. He then “thread paints” the design using his sewing machine, moving the fabric in various ways to get the desired texture and effect. Quickly “painting” then changing the thread color and “painting” again, it is amazing how expertly he produces the embroidery. He then tailors the coin purse, adding zippers and linings. We have watched his work improve over the years, and nowadays he has reached the peak!

He usually is found wearing traditional men’s pants of Santiago Atitlan, mid-calf and embroidered with birds.

5.25” W and 4.25” H
Zipper closure
Extra zippered pocket on back 3.25” high and 5.25” wide
Cotton fabric handwoven on a backstrap loom.
Many colors of cotton thread and acrylic “brilliante” threads.

Lined.

The embroidery is on dark red fabric, not the black fabric in the photo. 

Our king penguin with baby penguin beaded holiday ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Mujeres de Panabaj. a group of Maya women artisans, using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth. 

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

2 3/4" high x 1 1/2" wide (with wings extended; 1/2" wide with wings in back) x 1" deep, with 2 1/2" beaded loop

One of our best sellers, this adorable and colorful little kitty purse are an absolute delight! It's small enough to be enjoyed by the littlest girl in your life, but it is also practical enough to be used by others! Contains enough room for your ID and credit cards. This purse makes a fantastic gift! As always.... Handmade and Fair Trade!

• Exterior: 5" H x 4 3/4" W
• Interior pocket: 4" H x 4" W
• Strap: 36" L
• 100% Cotton
• Nylon Zipper

Twelve years ago we met Rafael selling his beautiful hand-carved coconut shell jewelry to tourists on the shore of Lake Atitlán. Eliza and her mom visited Rafael and his family and watched in marvel as he showed us the entire process of creating a necklace. We then worked with him to develop a line of over 100 designs. We continue to add new designs to the website every week. Suggestions? Let us know!

Each piece is approximately 1.25” in diameter. There is some variation in the tone of the natural coconut shell. There is also some variation in the metal ring. Each pendant is attached to an adjustable black necklace cord.

You can wear these 24/7, including in the shower. The tone of the coconut will evolve with exposure to moisture.

Accent your next meal with handwoven texture and earthy colors, perfect to complement casual or more elegant occasions. Featuring narrow solid stripes and even narrower jaspe (ikat) stripes for visual interest. Complete your table with matching table runner and pine needle baskets from our Madre Tierra collection.

• 100% cotton
• 14" wide x 20" long

Accent your next meal with texture and earthy colors, perfect to complement casual or more elegant occasions. Featuring narrow stripes in solid and jaspe (ikat). Hand-twisted knotted fringe.  Handwoven on the backstrap loom by Mayan Hands' artisan partners in Sololá.

• 100% cotton
• 14" x 72"
• Cold water wash, line dry

Our beaded ladybug ornament/key ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

2 1/2" long x 7/8" high x 1 7/8" wide, with1 1/4" beaded loop and key ring. 

Our large lizard table ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! 

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

12" long x 3 1/2" high x 4" wide 

Our large lizard table ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

12" long x 3 1/2" high x 4" wide 

Our large lizard table ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

12" long x 3 1/2" high x 4" wide 

Our large lizard table ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! 

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

12" long x 3 1/2" high x 4" wide 

Large checkered basket is carefully handwoven of dyed pine needles and raffia with pajón, a native grass in Guatemala.  This decorative and detailed basket, beautiful on display, is also very functional - a very special addition to a festive occasion table and a great gift. 

• Pine needles, native grass, and raffia
• 11 3/4" wide x 3 3/4" high

Our Large Terracotta Nativity Scene contains Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, 3 animals, and an angel. A perfect addition to any Christmas collection! In addition, all the figures are affixed to the external shell so that nothing can get lost. Each piece is handcrafted and hand-fired, so no two are alike! As always... Handmade and Fair Trade!

• 6"W x 5"H
• Terracotta
• Hand-Carved

This beautiful Oval Basket is woven of pine needles and pajón, a native grass of the Guatemala highlands, with an intricate raffia stitched detail. Perfect size to serve bread or fruit.

• Pine needle and native grass
• Approx. 10" x 8" top opening, 7" x 4 1/2" base, and 3 1/5"H

Our scarves are gorgeous, comfortable, of the highest quality, and affordable. They drape beautifully. Suitable for wearing as an outdoor winter scarf or indoor ornamental scarf. They are colorfast and the chenille will not rub off onto your clothing.

The process of making a scarf is labor intensive. The 100% bamboo chenille is wound into skeins on a hand-powered machine, then hand-dyed with dyes imported from the US. The yarn is then warped onto a warping board. The scarf is then handwoven on a traditional backstrap loom, a process which often takes a full day of work. The chenille is made from sustainably-grown organic bamboo thread in China.

Product Care
Hand wash in cold water with mild soap such as hair or baby shampoo, lay flat until almost dry, then “fluff up” briefly (three minutes) with a fabric softener sheet in a dryer set on low-heat gentle.

Always use fabric softener and minimize agitation and heat. Agitation will eventually remove the pile from the chenille and the tassels, and tangle the tassels. Heat could shrink your item.

For creases or a too-worn look, freshen up by spritzing with water and drying as above. Or hang in a steamy bathroom.

The fabric has already been washed by hand and dried as above, in Guatemala.

Or you may professionally dry clean your scarf.