Using her work to carry on the artisanal traditions of Peru
Crafted by ceramicist Lilyan Benecke of Guatemala
the artisan creates an intricate pattern full of life and energy
which he diligently tools by hand from the wood
Mirian hopes to grow her artisanal workshop that specializes in beaded jewelry
Loom Woven Checkerboard Pattern Rayon Scarf - Checkerboard Womens Using her work to carryFrom the female artisan group Ranm Ixoqi' of Chimaltenango, Guatemala, comes this multi colored, loom woven scarf. Ranm Ixoqi' means 'woman's heart' in Kaqchikel, a language of Mayan descent still spoken in several departments in the central region of Guatemala. Using a traditional backstrap loom, rayon in aqua, hot pink, milk white, poppy, and deep terracotta, along with various shades of blue, such as sapphire, baby blue, and cobalt, is hand woven