Momostenango has a long standing tradition of Wool Weaving, being the main area in the country where the wool weaver artisans are located. This weaving technique has been passed on from generation to generation for hundred of years. Since 2013, weavers have seen a major change in production of wool rugs, and thanks to new designs and partnerships in US retailers we are starting to see a new rise of wool weaving that results  in improved the quality of life and increased income for artisans and their families.

Our organization of weavers in Momostenango has assumed the responsability of preserving the tradition of wool weaving, an action that is not only important for artisans but for the cultural heritage of Guatemala.Currently,we have more than forty active artisans working in this group, of wich twenty-five percent are women. The organization that had almost become a credit union, now partnered with The Mayan Store and returns to its artisanal roots to support weavers and promote contemporary designs.    Products from this artisan community include rugs, throws and pillows. The production process is a labor-intense activity, that is entirely performed by...

Guatemalan-based company dedicated to the design and production of exclusive handmade home decor and personal accessories. Focused on revealing the traditional artisanal techniques of Central America, through innovative careful design, committed to the preservation of Mayan cultural heritage, promoting environmental and social awareness, through the use of local materials and developing sustainable trade opportunities for our network of artisans and indigenous communities of the region. We thrive to introduce new concepts to handmade gifts and accessories that provide a twist towards sustainability and well-being. Through our distinctive approach we aim to generate a unique, contemporary and creative handmade lifestyle. Our mission...