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Chichicastenango Huipil Purse

Handcrafted in Guatemala

Availability:
Out of stock
SKU 8810410

Chichicastenango Huipil Purse

Handcrafted in Guatemala

Availability:
Out of stock
SKU 8810410

Item Status: CLEARANCE
Item Date: 2018-09-01
UPC Code: 732919508697
STORY

In the Guatemalan highlands, women still wear traditional Mayan dress. Blouses, called huipils, are woven on a backstrap loom. The distinctive patterns of both huipils and skirts vary by region; they are unique to a place, symbols of identity. This burlap purse, features a unique folding design incorporates upcycled huipil (on the front) and skirt fabric (as lining) from Chichicastenango, near the village of Chontola, where the workshop of artisan partner group Ruth & Naomi is located. Formed to create jobs for women widowed by civil war, the group continues to provide economic and educational opportunities for the community.

DETAILS
  • Burlap purse with woven cotton accent
  • Two zippered pockets fold and Velcro closure
  • 6.5Wx8H inches
  • Synthetic leather strap adjustable to 46.5L inches
  • Handmade in Guatemala
ABOUT THE ARTISAN
Ruth & Naomi
GUATEMALA
The weaving cooperative Ruth and Naomi is located in Chontola, near Chichicastenango. The project emerged out of the terror and desperation of Guat...
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