Peaceful Green and Turquoise Hand Woven Rayon Chenille Shawl _artisan--novica-artisan-5709 Once the most valued gem

Once the most valued gem of the Maya people

Hernandez is an artist of Huichol and in this piece he carefully affixes colorful beads or chaquira upon a fiberglass base

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Fermín creates classic earrings with minimalist styling

Fernando Cano creates vibrant patterns as he knits the mittens in shades of plum

Peaceful Green and Turquoise Hand Woven Rayon Chenille Shawl _artisan--novica-artisan-5709 Once the most valued gemThree colors come together, yet each retains its own identity in this handwoven shawl. Working on a backstrap loom, Maya artisans from K'amolon K'i K'ojonel transform rayon chenille made from bamboo into a cozy lightweight wrap. Threads of blue, green and turquoise distinguish the design, which is finished with lavish fringe. materials: 100% rayon from bamboo Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly 74 in. L x 22 in. W; Fringe: 2.