Etsy Shop for lachapina

Set of Six Boy Worry Dolls from Guatemala, with Props

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:02:17 -0500

$9.50
This is a set of six (6) worry dolls handmade in Guatemala (not by me). They each have a little prop, like a bowl or wrapped tamal. They are between about 3" - 3 1/4" tall. Adorable for craft projects including picture frames, cards, ornaments, the cover of scrapbooks or lifebooks, etc!

It's difficult to find boy versions of the classic worry dolls, and they cost much more than what the plain girl dolls cost.

Note: Photo is an example; the six you receive will be very similar in size and style.

SALE, Tiny Guatemalan Fruit Earrings With Gift Bag

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:00:33 -0500

$7.50
I purchased tiny, handmade watermelon, banana, and sapote beads in here in Guatemala. Each earring is about 1 3/4" long from the top of earwire. Gloss finish.

I placed them on jump rings and silver plated hooks.

Your earrings will come in a little drawstring bag made of Guatemalan fabric. Your bag will be like one of those shown in the last photo.

Cute Guatemalan Worry Doll Hair Clip

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:00:33 -0500

$5.00
I made this clips by hot-gluing a piece of used corte (traditional Guatemalan skirt made on a foot loom) to a barrette, then hot-gluing on little worry dolls. The hair clip is about 2 1/4" long, not including any little arms or legs that may be sticking out :)

Variety of 10 Animal Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:49:36 -0500

$5.25
This is a set of ten (10) ceramic/clay beads in the shape of all kinds of little animals! They are handmade (not by me) in Guatemala. Metal loop for hanging. They range in length between 3/4" - 1 1/4".

You will receive 10 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of animals as shown in the photos. If you have a specific preference, feel free to contact me before you purchase!

Some of the animals you may receive include:
--cows
--rhinos
--hippos
--mice
--tigers
--giraffes
--rabbits
--dogs
--cats
--squirrels
--skunks
--bees
--pigs
--penguins
--donkeys

SALE, Colorful Tagua Slice Bracelet with Wood and Amber Glass Beads

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:08:45 -0500

$15.95
This bracelet includes tagua nut slices dyed in bright colors, amber colored glass beads, small wood beads, and metal in an antiqued copper color. The tagua slices are sometimes referred to as "potato chip" slices because they're thin, lightweight, and slightly curled.

About 6 7/8" long from tip of hoop to tip of clasp. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener.

Your bracelet will come with a fabric gift bag made in Guatemala; the last photo shows examples of the bags.

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Also known as vegetable ivory, tagua nuts (and the seeds inside them) grow on tagua palms (Phytelephas aequatorialis) in the rainforests of South America. Use of the nut is considered environmentally friendly because once dried out, the tagua can be carved in the same way elephant ivory can be, and thus limits the killing of elephants. Furthermore, tagua palms can be grown without destroying rainforest land, so having this as a viable product lessens the need for local peoples to cut down rainforest to farm.

Handwoven Guatemalan Scrapbooking or Sewing Embellishment

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:06:20 -0500

$4.95
I cut this decorative piece from a faja (belt) hand-woven in Santa Catarina Palopo. It is approximately 2 3/4" X 6 3/8" and is concentrated in light blue, green, teal, red, and pink. It features motifs such as the double-headed bird, which represents duality (good vs. evil, light vs. dark, etc).

The two cut edges (top and bottom) with fray-check to reduce the chance of fraying. The two side edges are the sides of the original belt.

Guatemalan Scrabooking or Sewing Embellishment

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:06:20 -0500

$4.25
I cut this decorative piece from a faja (belt) hand-woven in Santa Catarina Palopo. It is approximately 4 5/8" X 3 1/2" and is concentrated in fuschia/magenta and various blues, greens, and purples. It features Mayan motifs.

The two cut edges (top and bottom) with fray-check to reduce the chance of fraying. The two side edges are the sides of the original belt.

The last photo is an example of a back of one of these pieces.

Upcycled Huipil Collar Mirror No. 9, Pairs of Birds

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:08:14 -0500

$22.00
I made this mirror using a collar I cut from a used huipil. I glued a mirror to a thin circle of wood, and I glued the huipil collar over it. I super-glued a hanger to the back.

Diameter approximately 10 1/2", excluding the birds' tails. Please note that the inner circle of the collar has more than average wear.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Last photo is of the back of a similar mirror just to give a general reference.

Set of 10 Guatemalan Dolls, 2 1/4 Inches Tall

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:08:14 -0500

$9.00
This is a set of 10 worry dolls handmade in Guatemala (not by me). The majority are approximately 2 1/4" tall (some may be as tall as 2 1/2"). Adorable for craft projects including picture frames, cards, ornaments, the cover of scrapbooks or lifebooks, etc!

Note: Photo is an example; the 10 you receive will be very similar in size and style.

Fun Ceramic Penguin Bracelet in Red. Black, White, and Green

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:26:38 -0500

$15.95
The little penguins in this bracelet were handmade and handpainted in Guatemala. I also used glass beads. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is about 7 3/8" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag similar to the ones in the last photo.

La Casa del Pueblo Latinoamericano, A Shadowbox

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:26:16 -0500

$115.00
This is my second in a series of house-shaped shadowboxes featuring little treasures from Central and South America. You can see my first, which sold in February, here:

http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=14088436

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I purchased a wood shadowbox and used acrylic paints to paint each cubbyhole, then coated the piece in varnish. I cut out rectangles from 15 different huipiles (traditional, hand-woven blouses worn by indigenous women in Guatemala) and glued them to the back of each cubbyhole. Finally, I super-glued in various little treasures purchased in Guatemala.

--ceramic clay house
--ceramic clay cactus
--ceramic clay girl
--ceramic clay fish
--fabric worry doll
--ceramic clay pig
--ceramic clay beads
--ceramic clay owl
--three ceramic clay fruits
--ceramic clay winged heart
--ceramic clay mermaid
--ceramic clay turtle
--ceramic clay palm tree
--pair of wooden rectangular beads with saints on them
--ceramic clay cow
--ceramic clay Mayan mask
--ceramic clay lizard
--ceramic clay parrot
--woven basket
--ceramic clay butterfly
--Peruvian ceramic beads spelling out "amor" (love)
--Peruvian ceramic beads spelling out "pueblo" (village)

Approximately 11 3/4" tall, 10 1/2" wide, and 1 1/2" deep. Has two gold triangle hooks for hanging, or you can set it on a shelf.

Some of the huipiles used in this piece were made in Solola, Tecpan, Santa Catarina Palopo, Santiago Atitlan, Almolonga, and Quetzaltenango.

Back and underside are unfinished.

This shadowbox will be very carefully packed and insured.

Please keep out of the reach of children, who may pull off and swallow small parts.

Kitschy Spanish Fotonovela Picture Frame

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:17:06 -0500

$34.00
When I lived in Guatemala I was lucky enough to come across a stack of vintage fotonovelas from the 1960s and 1970s. They're like soap operas but even crazier! Jealous lovers, secret love affairs, disapproving relatives, gambling, violence, and jail are all par for the course.

The base is a wood picture frame, which I covered in pictures and text from a fotonovela from the 1970s. I applied four coats of sealer and satin finish varnish over the paper. The sides and back are painted red and varnished.

Frame is approximately 6 1/2" X 7" and holds a 3" X 5" photo.

Print of Watercolor Guatemalan Girl by the Lake

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:16:41 -0500

$2.75
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a girl sitting on a dock on the shores of Lake Atitlan. The breeze is blowing in her hair, and she's wrapped in a blanket - What a tranquil scene! Printed on thick watercolor paper and is about 3" X 4 1/4".

This would be lovely for cardmaking or scrapbooking.

Print of Watercolor Guatemalan Mother and Child

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:16:05 -0500

$2.75
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a woman and baby on the shores of Lake Atitlan. Printed on thick watercolor paper and is about 3 5/8" X 3 7/8".

This would be lovely for cardmaking or scrapbooking.

Large Recycled Guatemalan Huipil Fabric Mosaic

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 23:25:16 -0500

$64.00
I made this mosaic from scraps of many different Guatemalan huipiles; this particular mosaic is larger than the ones I've done in the past. I cut the huipil scraps into 108 small 1" squares by hand, and then I attached them to thick watercolor paper using fabric glue. Some of the huipiles used in this piece were made in Almolonga, Solola, Quetzaltenango, Tactic, Tamahu, Santa Catarina Palopo, Colotenango, and more.

Within the piece there are also 11 accent pieces of birds cut from a machine-embroidered huipil from Santiago Atitlan. The pieces from a Joyabaj huipil are also have a gold metallic sheen.

The mosaic itself is about 9" X 12". The watercolor paper is 11" X 14". Signed and dated by me.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Upcycled Huipil Collar Mirror No. 10, Bear Playing with a Ball. HAND EMBROIDERED.

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 23:25:16 -0500

$32.00
This mirror is more expensive than other mirrors I have listed because the collar is completely embroidered by hand.

I made this mirror using a collar I cut from a used huipil. I glued a mirror to a thin circle of wood, and I glued the huipil collar over it. I super-glued a hanger to the back.

Slightly oval, approximately 10 1/4" X 10 3/4".

The wood shows around the edge a little bit around 20-25% of the circle (please see pics - it's not very noticeable.)

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Last photo is of the back of a similar mirror just to give a general reference.

Handwoven Guatemalan Huipil from Joyabaj

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:29:09 -0500

$28.00
This is a hand-woven huipil, made in the village of Joyabaj. The cloth is black with red and green pinstripes, and the collar and sleeve details are machine embroidered. Joyabaj huipiles are very popular for making purses out of.

Length approximately 16 1/2". Width at chest approximately 28 1/2". It is used, so some fading, wear, and loose strings should be expected. This huipil does not have sides sewn, as shown in the photo.

Huipiles can be used in a variety of craft projects in which you would like interesting hand-woven fabric (or it can be worn or hung on a wall).

Wear: Huipiles are generally worn with the bottom portion (below the decoration) tucked into a skirt called a corte. Some are sewn at the sides and some are not.

Care: Hand wash, air dry.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

SALE, Ribbit Ribbit Green Froggie Charm Bracelet

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:29:09 -0500

$14.95
The little frogs in this bracelet were handmade and handpainted in Guatemala. I also used faceted glass in pale yellow and iridescent green, as well as silver toned spacers. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a silver plated lobster-claw fastener and loop.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is approximately 7 3/4" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag.

SALE, Cheerful Guatemalan Bailarinas Mirror

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:25:09 -0500

$34.00
This will give any room a bright splash of color!

I made this mirror by painting and varnishing the front of a thin circle of wood, gluing a mirror to it, and gluing on 12 "bailarina" dolls which were made in Guatemala. I super-glued a hanger to the back. Back is unfinished.

Wood circle is 10" in diameter.

10 Handpainted Cactus Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:25:09 -0500

$5.00
This is a set of ten (10) ceramic/clay beads in the shape of cacti. They are handpainted in many colors like orange, red, green, and blue. Metal loop on the head for hanging. Size varies slightly, but they are approximately 1" long excluding loop. Gloss finish. Purchased here in Guatemala.

Designs are painted on both sides.

You will receive 10 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos. If you have a color preference, feel free to contact me before you purchase!

La Vaca, Picture Frame with Mexican Tin Embellishment

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:25:09 -0500

$24.50
In Guatemala I purchased quite a few Mexican tin decorations in the shapes of mermaids, animals, and more. I used one here to create the picture frame I call "La Vaca". Those words are spelled out using ceramic letter beads made in Peru, and I strung a black cord through them, fraying the edges.

The base is a wood picture frame, which I painted and then used satin finish varnish.

Frame is approximately 6 1/2" X 7" and holds a 3" X 5" photo.

Upcycled Huipil Collar Mirror No. 8, Birdies and Butterflies

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:18:31 -0500

$22.00
Lots of huipil collars have birds on them, but this one has birds plus butterflies!

I made this mirror using a collar I cut from a used huipil. I glued a mirror to a thin circle of wood, and I glued the huipil collar over it. Hanger is super-glued to the back.

Slightly oval, approximately 10 1/2" in diameter.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Last photo is of the back of a similar mirror just to give a general reference.

SALE, Oval Guatemalan Huipil Pendant No. 4, Purple

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:18:31 -0500

$12.00
I made this pendant by painting and varnishing a small wood oval, gluing on a piece of huipil fabric to the front, supergluing a ceramic charm of a Guatemalan girl to the top of the fabric, and supergluing a silver-plated Aanraku bail to the back. I also applied Fray-Check to the edges of the fabric to reduce the chance of fraying.

The opening in the bail is large, so you can slide your choice of chain through it.

Pendant is approximately 15/16" X 1 3/16", not including bail. It will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag.

You will receive only the pendant shown in the first two photos.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Upcycled Huipil Collar Mirror No. 12, Blue, Yellow, and Purple Flowers

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:18:03 -0500

$22.00
I made this mirror using a collar I cut from a used huipil. I glued a mirror to a thin circle of wood, and I glued the huipil collar over it. I super-glued a hanger to the back and a worry doll to the front.

Slightly oval, approximately 8 1/2" in diameter.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Last photo is of the back of a similar mirror just to give a general reference.

SALE, Latin American Painted Wood Letter N

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:18:03 -0500

$4.75
This wooden "N" is solid wood and was handmade in Central America. I purchased it in Guatemala but was told it is Salvadoran in style. Front is painted with animal, house, and plant designs, and it is varnished. Sides and back are unfinished. Has a metal hanger.

Does your name or your child's name start with "N"? This letter would be really cute glued to a message board, chalkboard, cork board, or the front of a storage basket. Or tie on a ribbon and hang it from the center of a wreath on your front door.

Approximately 3 13/16" X 3 5/8" X 9/16".

SALE, Latin American Painted Wood Letter C

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:18:03 -0500

$4.75
This wooden "C" is solid wood and was handmade in Central America. I purchased it in Guatemala but was told it is Salvadoran in style. Front is painted with animal, house, and plant designs, and it is varnished. Sides and back are unfinished. Has a metal hanger.

Does your name or your child's name start with "C"? This letter would be really cute glued to a message board, chalkboard, cork board, or the front of a storage basket. Or tie on a ribbon and hang it from the center of a wreath on your front door.

Approximately 3 7/8" X 3" X 7/16".

Upcycled Huipil Collar Mirror No. 11, Unusual Shape

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:18:02 -0500

$22.00
I made this mirror using a collar I cut from a used huipil. I glued a mirror to a thin circle of wood, and I glued the huipil collar over it. I super-glued a hanger to the back and a worry doll to the front.

Approximately 9 3/4" in diameter at its widest points of the collar. Wooden circle is approximately 6 3/4" in diameter.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Last photo is of the back of a similar mirror just to give a general reference.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Woman Draped in Purple

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:16:58 -0500

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan woman wrapped in a purple woven blanket.

Printed on cardstock (8 1/4" X 10 1/8") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

SALE, Red and Gold Ceramic Winged Heart Necklace

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:16:47 -0500

$16.00
The winged heart in this necklace was handmade in Guatemala. I also used circular millefiori glass beads, faceted glass beads, and glass seed beads. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a silver plated lobster-claw fastener.

The necklace, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is approximately 17 1/4" long.
Your necklace will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Guatemalan Man by the Lake

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:08:40 -0500

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a man on the shores of Lake Atitlan, looking out over corn plants and volcanoes.

Printed on thick textured paper (9 1/4" X 6 3/4") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

***Please note: The photo does not show the black cardstock backing, but it does have it.***

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

La Princesa en la Caja, A Little Guatemalan Peg Princess

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:08:40 -0500

$17.00
Meet Silvia :)

I painted and varnished a plain wooden peg doll, then glued on fabric from a huipil (traditional hand-woven blouse worn by indigenous women in Guatemala) for her dress. She has a "flower" in her hair made of a lavender crystal and two green crystals. She is glued inside her box.

Her butterfly friend, Mariposa, is right behind her; she is a handmade ceramic charm from Guatemala.

The box is papier-mache, and I painted and varnished it, then applied Guatemalan embroidered ribbon (called "primavera" ribbon there, perhaps because the flowers are reminiscent of springtime?).

The box is approximately 1 3/4" X 2 3/4". Signed and dated on bottom.

Not meant for children, as there are very small parts.

SALE, Chunky Guatemalan Barrel Necklace

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:08:40 -0500

$15.50
The ceramic clay beads in this necklace are made and hand-painted in Guatemala. I connected them with silver-plated split rings, and I used a silver-plated lobster-claw fastener.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is approximately 19 3/4" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Little Guatemalan Girl with Her Pig

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:08:40 -0500

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan girl sitting down among the blankets tied up with items for market day. She's holding the leash of a small pig.

Printed on thick textured paper (9 7/6" X 6 3/4") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

SALE Guatemalan Jaguar Ceramic Bead Necklace

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:07:16 -0500

$13.95
I made this necklace using hand painted ceramic jaguar pendants made in Guatemala; each is about 15/16" at its widest point (tip of ear to tip of ear). I also used brown ceramic beads made in Peru, small red and black beads, copper colored wire, and silver colored crimping beads and clasp.

The jaguar was very significant to the ancient Maya.

Approximately 21 1/4 long. Your necklace will come with a fabric gift bag made in Guatemala.

SALE Bold and Colorful Charm Bracelet, Southwestern Rainbow

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:07:16 -0500

$12.95
This bracelet features colorful faceted glass beads and ceramic charms made in Guatemala. The charms are of multi-colored howling coyotes and cacti, and they are handpainted on both sides. The charms are relatively large and made from ceramic clay, so I would be careful not to hit them against hard objects. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is 7" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag similar to the ones in the last photo.

LAST ONE, Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Woman in Mayan Dress

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:03:11 -0500

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan woman in indigenous dress, surrounded by Mayan motifs and a stalk of corn.

Printed on glossy paper (8" X 10 1/4") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

4 Handpainted Owl Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:01:30 -0500

$4.25
The owl is the symbol of La Antigua, Guatemala - Ceramic owls are very popular there!

This is a set of four (4) ceramic beads in the shape of owls. They are so cute! Each has a metal loop on the head for hanging and is about 3/4" long not including the loop. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Guatemalan Mother and Baby in Rainbow Blanket

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:31:15 -0500

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Mayan woman and her baby, wrapped up in a brightly striped blanket.

Printed on thick textured paper (8 7/8" X 8 1/16") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Ancient Maya

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:31:01 -0500

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Mayan god with the Resplendant Quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala. The yellow color and shadowing give it an antiqued look.

Printed on thick textured paper (6 3/4" X 8/ 7/8") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

SALE, Skeletons in Love, Black and Red Dia de los Muertos Necklace

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:18:00 -0500

$22.00
The centerpiece of this necklace is a handmade ceramic pendant I purchased in Guatemala, featuring two skeletons holding hands with hearts between them. The saucer shaped red accent beads are also from Guatemala.

Other items I used include two black ceramic beads from Peru, clear glass square beads, black plastic beads, and silver toned spacers and clasp. Peruvian ceramic letter beads spell out "MUERTOS" ("dead" ... plural, for the two skeletons). Strung on clear elastic wire.

Approximately 19 3/4" long.

Your bracelet will come with a fabric gift bag made in Guatemala.

Cute Green and Blue Guatemalteca Earrings With Gift Bag

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:17:41 -0500

$4.00
I purchased these little beads in Guatemala and decided to make some earrings from them. Each little Guatemalan girl is approximately 15/16" long (excluding its metal loop) and has a gloss finish. The hooks are silver plated.

Your earrings will come in a little drawstring bag made of Guatemalan fabric. Your bag will be like one of those shown in the last photo.

Recycled Huipil Scrap Sampler Bag

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:44:17 -0500

$14.00
Note: Photos are examples of past scrap samplers I've made and sold. Your bag will not necessarily include the same fabrics as in the photos.

If you would enjoy injecting a bit of Guatemala into your arts and crafts, this is for you! In each bag, you will receive 35+ pieces of scraps: some square and some rectangular (and some a little oddly-shaped!), some large (8-10" long) and some small (2-3" long). There will be a minimum of 10 different huipiles represented in each sampler. The smallest pieces will still be big enough to cut a couple squares out of, to add as decorations to your project. You may also receive scraps of handwoven aprons or cortes (skirts).

In addition, each bag includes a worry doll.

Please see my crafts blog, huipil-crafts.blogspot.com, under the "Fun With Scraps" section, for projects you can make using these scraps, like mosaics, scrapbook pages, and greeting cards. You could also applique pieces onto fabric.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Woman's Handwoven Guatemalan Huipil in Blues, Greens, and Purple

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:48:32 -0500

$36.00
This is a huipil made in Guatemala. The fabric is handwoven.

Length approximately 24 1/2". Under the arms is approximately 25 1/4" across. The design extends 17 3/4" from the top. It is used, so some fading or loose strings should be expected.

This huipil can be used in a variety of craft projects in which you would like colorful fabric (or it can be worn or hung on a wall).

Wear: Huipiles are generally worn with the bottom portion (below the decoration) tucked into a skirt called a corte. Some are sewn at the sides and some are not.

Care: Hand wash, air dry.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Woman's Handwoven Guatemalan Huipil with Stripes of Color

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:48:31 -0500

$40.00
This is a huipil made in Guatemala and features the "feathered serpent" motif. The fabric is handwoven, and the collar and sleeves have velvet trim.

Length approximately 20" - 22 1/2" (not even at bottom). Under the arms is approximately 27 1/2". It is used, so some fading or loose strings should be expected. It has a few areas of blue dye staining (see photo).

This huipil can be used in a variety of craft projects in which you would like colorful fabric (or it can be worn or hung on a wall).

Wear: Huipiles are generally worn with the bottom portion (below the decoration) tucked into a skirt called a corte. Some are sewn at the sides and some are not.

Care: Hand wash, air dry.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

2 Day of the Dead Ceramic Skeleton Pendants

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:32:53 -0500

$4.95
This is a set of two (2) ceramic pendants with handpainted skeletons. The skeletons have a yellowed, antiqued look. Backs are painted black. Each a metal loop on the head for hanging. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

***Please note: Due to their handmade nature, your pendants will vary slightly from those pictured.***

Approximately 1 1/4" X 1 3/4.

2 Handpainted Ceramic Dark-Haired Mermaid Pendants

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:18:34 -0500

$4.50
This is a set of two (2) ceramic pendants in the shape of mermaids. Backs are painted black. Each a metal loop on the head for hanging. Approximately 2" long. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

You will receive two, not necessarily the colors shown in the photos.

Lovely Floral Guatemalan Embroidered Huipil Collar

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:16:27 -0500

$7.00
This is a collar cut from a used huipil. It was embroidered with a sewing machine.

This collar is used so please expect imperfections like embroidery wear, loose strings, etc.

There are lots of uses for these beautiful collars, like sewing onto the front of a pillow. Smaller ones can be used on the front of a picture frame or put onto the cover of a scrapbook. They can also be used on your own clothing creations!

Roughly square, approximately 7 1/4" X 7 1/2" measured on outside.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Hand Embroidered Guatemalan Huipil Collar with Birds and Flowers

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:59:27 -0500

$15.00
This is a collar cut from a used huipil. It was hand embroidered.

This collar is used so please expect imperfections like embroidery wear, loose strings, etc. This collar has fading but is still very charming.

There are lots of uses for these beautiful collars, like sewing onto the front of a pillow. Smaller ones can be used on the front of a picture frame or put onto the cover of a scrapbook. They can also be used on your own clothing creations!

Approximately 9 1/2" X 9 3/4" (measured on outside).

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Oval Green Guatemalan Huipil Pendant with Silver Plated Bail

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:47:45 -0400

$11.00
I made this pendant by painting and varnishing a small wood oval, gluing on a piece of huipil fabric to the front, supergluing a ceramic charm of a Guatemalan girl to the top of the fabric, and supergluing a silver-plated Aanraku bail to the back. I also applied Fray-Check to the edges of the fabric to reduce the chance of fraying.

The opening in the bail is large, so you can slide your choice of chain through it.

Pendant is approximately 15/16" X 1 3/16", not including bail. It will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag.

You will receive only the pendant shown in the first two photos.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

4 Large Handpainted Guatemalan Cross Pendants

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:46:03 -0400

$3.95
You will receive four (4) of these colorful pendants, which are great for accents in bold or chunky jewelry, or to use in other craft projects. They were handmade in Guatemala.

They are approximately 1 1/2" long (not including metal loop) and 1 1/4" wide.

The pendants come in a variety of colors as shown in the photos, and you will receive four. If you have specific color preferences, feel free to send me a convo to request.

Set of 10 Guatemalan Dolls, 2 1/4 Inches Tall

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:44:27 -0400

Print of Watercolor Guatemalan Girl with Sunflowers

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:10:50 -0400

$2.75
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a girl from Santa Maria de Jesus (judging by her huipil), standing amidst the sunflowers. Printed on thick watercolor paper and is about 3 1/2" X 4 1/4"

This would be lovely for cardmaking or scrapbooking.

6 Colorful Handpainted Bird Charms from Guatemala

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:06:11 -0400

$4.95
This is a set of six (6) ceramic/clay beads in the shape of birds like parrots, toucans, and cardinals. They are handpainted in many colors like orange, red, green, and blue. Metal loop on the back for hanging. Size varies slightly, but they are in the range of 15/16" - 1 1/16" long. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

You will receive six charms, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos. If you have a color preference, feel free to contact me before you purchase!

10 Ceramic Seahorse Beads in Lavender, Blue, and Green

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:11:21 -0400

$4.95
This is a set of ten (10) ceramic beads in the shape of seahorses, made in Peru and purchased in Guatemala. Each is about 1 1/8" long. Hole is horizontal through the chest. Gloss finish.

You will receive 10 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos.

Hand Embroidered Guatemalan Huipil Collar with Birds

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:02:15 -0400

$8.00
This is a collar cut from a used huipil. It was machine embroidered.

This collar is used so please expect imperfections like embroidery wear, loose strings, etc.

There are lots of uses for these beautiful collars, like sewing onto the front of a pillow. Smaller ones can be used on the front of a picture frame or put onto the cover of a scrapbook. They can also be used on your own clothing creations!

Approximately 8 1/2" x 9 1/4" measured from the outside.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Thick Guatemalan Embroidered Huipil Collar

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 17:34:55 -0400

$11.00
This collar was cut from a used huipil and was embroidered with a sewing machine. It is used so please expect imperfections like embroidery wear, loose strings, etc.

There are lots of uses for these beautiful collars, like sewing onto the front of a pillow. Smaller ones can be used on the front of a picture frame or put onto the cover of a scrapbook. They can also be used on your own clothing creations!

Approximately 9" x 9 1/2" measured on the outside. Thickness is about 2 1/4".

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Upcycled Guatemalan Huipil Fabric Mosaic 9X12

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:02:50 -0400

$49.00
I made this mosaic from scraps of many different Guatemalan huipiles. I cut them into small squares and attached them to a canvas board using fabric glue. Within the piece there is a large abstract piece I cut from a huipil made in Colotenango.

Some of the villages represented here are Todos Santos, Quetzaltenango, Almolonga, Tecpan, Solola, Nebaj, and more.

The mosaic itself is about 8" X 10". The watercolor paper is 9" X 12".

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Girls' Guatemalan Apron of Handwoven Ikat Fabric

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:02:14 -0400

$18.50
The fabric apron would be great to use in craft projects, or you could keep it as is, as it is in great condition. It is made of green, black, and white fabric (woven on a foot loom), with silver cord and trim in a floral pattern. It has a pocket in the back.

As modeled by my three-year-old. I'm keeping a similar one for her!

Approximately 11 1/2" across at waist, not including ties (each tie is about 12 1/2"). Approximately 12 1/4" long from waist to bottom edge.

It is used, so you will find a loose thread here and there.

Handwoven Guatemalan Morral Bag in Red and Blue

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:01:22 -0400

$20.00
This used Guatemalan morral (bag worn across the body like a messenger bag) is made of handwoven fabric in mottled red and blue. The red has green through it, and the blue has pink through it.

Approximately 12" across and 10 1/2" tall. Could be used for the lovely fabric or as is for a bag/tote.

It is used, so you may find a loose string and very minor wear. The strap has some creasing so could use an ironing.

LAST ONE, Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Guatemalan Mother and Baby

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:01:12 -0400

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan woman cuddling her baby in the wild flowers. A butterfly rests on her shoulder.

Printed on thick textured paper (8 3/8" X 9 3/16 8 7/8") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

Guatemalan Huipil Collar with Flowers and Birds

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:09:41 -0400

$8.00
This is a collar cut from a used huipil. It is used so please expect imperfections like embroidery wear, loose strings, etc.

There are lots of uses for these beautiful collars, like sewing onto the front of a pillow. Smaller ones can be used on the front of a picture frame or put onto the cover of a scrapbook. They can also be used on your own clothing creations!

Approximately 9 1/4" X 10" measured from the outside.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Pair of Floral Guatemalan Embroidered Huipil Collars

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:02:13 -0400

$14.00
This is a pair of collars cut from used huipiles. They were embroidered with a sewing machine.

These collars are used so please expect imperfections like embroidery wear, loose strings, etc.

There are lots of uses for these beautiful collars, like sewing onto the front of a pillow. Smaller ones can be used on the front of a picture frame or put onto the cover of a scrapbook. They can also be used on your own clothing creations!

Each is approximately 8" X 7 3/4" measuring from the outside.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Set of 5 Small Wooden Fruit from Guatemala

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:41:35 -0400

$7.95
I purchased some of these pieces of fruit for my daughter's doll and thought they were so nice I wanted to offer them here. They are solid wood, handpainted and varnished, and they have little stems.

Size ranges by type, and these are not to scale! For example, the watermelon is a little smaller than the mango :) In general they range from 1 1/4" - 1 3/4" tall. The apples oranges, and cherries are smaller at approximately 3/4" tall. (All of these measurements exclude stems.)

These would be great for craft projects like dioramas or shadowboxes. I also think they'd be cute for holiday decorations, glued to napkin rings, a basket, or candle ring.

The photos here show examples of the fruit. You will receive five pieces; if you have a preference for specific fruits, just send me a message and I'll do my best to accomodate your needs.

Some of the fruit (and a few veggies) available include:
--strawberry
--apple (red and yellow/green)
--pear
--watermelon
--melon
--lemon
--orange
--cherry
--avocado
--mango
--eggplant or plum, I'm not sure ;)
--peach

Cute Yellow and Purple Guatemalteca Earrings With Gift Bag

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:41:25 -0400

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Guatemalan Woman in the Sunflowers

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:41:12 -0400

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Mayan woman amongst the sunflowers.

Printed on thick textured paper (6 15/16" X 9") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

Print of Watercolor Guatemalan Man by the Lake

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:25:57 -0400

$2.75
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a man on the shores of Lake Atitlan, looking out over corn plants and volcanoes. Printed on thick watercolor paper and is about 3 1/4" X 4 1/4".

This would be lovely for cardmaking or scrapbooking.

Handwoven Fabric Remnant from Guatemalan Huipil

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:25:41 -0400

$18.00
I cut this piece from a used huipil handwoven in Nahuala, Guatemala. It's about 14" X 11" (not a perfect rectangle).

This piece is used, so please expect some loose threads and fading. It does have a few stains. I recommend hand-washing in gentle detergent and laying out to dry.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. A corte is the tranditional woven skirt made on a foot loom. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Print of Watercolor Guatemalan Woman in the Forest

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:25:24 -0400

$2.75
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a woman in the woods at dusk or dawn. She looks very pensive and is wrapped in a blanket as she walks by the peace lilies. Printed on thick watercolor paper and is about 2 3/4" X 4 1/4".

This would be lovely for cardmaking or scrapbooking.

Cute Pink and Teal Guatemalteca Earrings With Gift Bag

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:24:58 -0400

3 Handpainted Guatemalan Devil Mask Ceramic Pendants from Guatemala

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:46:10 -0400

$3.95
This is a set of three ceramic/clay pendants in the shape of Guatemalan masks. Masks like these are used in ceremonies and dances in accordance with the Mayan tradition.

Guatemalans celebrate the burning of the devil in effigy in December, to clear out bad spirits before Christmas. Hollow back with metal loop on the head for hanging. Gloss finish. Approximately 1" long. Purchased in Guatemala.

These masks have tiny chips to the paint which show through to white (hard to tell in the photos because of the reflections!). I think they add character!

6 Detailed Handpainted Ceramic Butterfly Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:19:37 -0400

$4.95
This is a set of six (6) ceramic beads in the shape of a butterfly. They are handpainted in many colors. Backs are painted black with white brushed over them. Has a metal loop for hanging. Each is about 13/16" X 13/16" not including antennae. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

You will receive 6 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos.

Guatemalan Avocado Earrings With Gift Bag

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:51:45 -0400

$4.00
I made these earrings from beads in the shape of avocados (called aguacate in Guatemala). The avocados are handmade in Guatemala(not by me) and approximately 3/4" long excluding metal loop.

I placed them on silver plated hooks.

Your earrings will come in a little drawstring bag made of Guatemalan fabric. Your bag will be like one of those shown in the last photo.

Tiny Tropical Fruits and Veggies Charm Bracelet

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 22:09:45 -0400

$14.95
The little ceramic clay fruits and vegetables in this bracelet were handmade and handpainted in Guatemala. I also used faceted glass beads in green and two shades of amber, and small silver toned spacers. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is 7 1/4" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag similar to the ones in the last photo.

10 Tiny Handpainted Piggy Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 09:37:04 -0400

$5.00
This is a set of ten (10) ceramic/clay beads in the shape of little round pigs. They are handpainted in many colors like red, green, purple, and blue. They have little flowers painted on each side. Metal loop for hanging. Each is about 7/16" tall (about 1 1/4 cm), excluding loop. Gloss finish. Purchased here in Guatemala.

You will receive 10 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos. If you have a color preference, feel free to contact me before you purchase!

Recycled Huipil Fabric Mosaic 8X10

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:45:26 -0400

$48.00
*** Please note: The mat and frame are for illustrative purposes only and are not included.***

I made this mosaic from scraps of many different Guatemalan huipiles. I cut them into small squares and attached them to thick watercolor paper using fabric glue. Within the piece there is an accent piece featuring birds from a huipil made in Nebaj.

Some of the villages represented in this piece are Santa Catarina Palopo, Nebaj, Quetzaltenango, Solola, Nahuala, and Tamahu.

The mosaic itself is about 7 3/4" X 10" with an additional 1/2" (approx) border on all sides.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Peruvian Ceramic Skull Bracelet

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:42:52 -0400

$14.95
The skulls in this bracelet were made in Peru and purchased in Guatemala. I also used faceted glass and seed beads. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener, which is silver-plated.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is about 7 3/16" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Oh My Soft Little Child

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:30:41 -0400

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan woman with a baby, with the words to a poem in the background.

Printed on thick textured paper (8 1/16" X 10 1/16") and mounted on black cardstock (6 15/16" X 9 1/4"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

Naturally Fiery Necklace of Seed and Wood

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 23:14:30 -0400

$18.00
This necklace features naturally orange-red and black huayruro seeds, which are from the South American rain forest. At the center is a ball covered in thin pieces of wood, and silver toned spacers finish the piece. This necklace will definitely add spice to your look!

Approximately 17 3/4" from tip of hoop to tip of clasp. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener.

Your necklace will come with a colorful Guatemalan fabric bag.

Pair of Miniature Guatemalan Mask Ceramic Pendants from Guatemala

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:12:24 -0400

$4.50
This is a set of two ceramic/clay pendants in the shape of jaguar masks. Masks are used in ceremonies and dances in accordance with the Mayan tradition. Hollow back with metal loop on the head for hanging. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

You will receive one orange and one yellow mask.

Approximately 1 1/4" long excluding loop.

Cute Green and Red Guatemalteca Earrings With Gift Bag

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 22:51:42 -0400

La Mujer, Picture Frame with Mexican Tin Embellishment

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:30:48 -0400

$24.50
In Guatemala I purchased quite a few Mexican tin decorations in the shapes of mermaids, animals, and more. I used one here to create the picture frame I call "La Mujer". Those words are spelled out using ceramic letter beads made in Peru, and I strung a black cord through them, fraying the edges.

The base is a wood picture frame, which I painted and then used satin finish varnish.

Frame is approximately 6 1/2" X 7" and holds a 3" X 5" photo.

SALE, Hand-Sewn Purple Abstract Huipil Collage 8X10

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:57:56 -0400

$39.00
I hand-sewed this collage of huipiles from places like Quetzaltenango, Nahuala, and Tactic. The backing is fleece. One of my favorite things about huipil designs is the use of animals, and this one includes two deer and a bat. I love the bat! The pink flower in the upper left is appliqued over the purple piece, so it adds a bit of texture.

For this piece I chose huipiles with purple, hot pink, and various shades of green.

The design is 8" X 10" and the border is approx. 1.5 cm.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Set of Three Upcycled Huipil Circle Art

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:34:59 -0400

$28.00
All the pieces in this artwork have been reused or repurposed. The fabric was cut from used Guatemalan huipiles, the wood embroidery hoops were purchased at a thrift shop, and the backing is made from recycled cardboard and pages from 1960s Life Magazines in Spanish.

These would look lovely placed on the wall diagonally or in a row.

The circles are approximately 4 3/8", 4 5/16", and 4 5/16".

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Print of Watercolor Guatemalan Women in the Moonlight

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:34:44 -0400

$2.75
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of two Mayan women. Printed on thick watercolor paper and is about 2 7/8" X 4 1/4".

This would be lovely for cardmaking or scrapbooking.

12 Black and White Ceramic Soccer Futbol Beads

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 20:09:50 -0400

$5.00
This is a set of twelve (12) ceramic beads in the shape of a soccer ball. Each is approximately 1 cm in diameter (about 3/8"). Gloss finish. Purchased here in Guatemala.

Pair of Ecofriendly Hair Clips Made from Recycled Guatemalan Textiles

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:27:28 -0400

$12.00
Each of these unique hair clips is approximately 2 1/4" in diameter. I made them by hand-sewing pieces of used cortes (traditional ikat skirts woven on a foot loom) into "yoyos", then sewing a tagua seed into the center. Finally, I hot glued the fabric to the barrettes.

Also known as vegetable ivory, tagua nuts (and the seeds inside them) grow on tagua palms (Phytelephas aequatorialis) in the rainforests of South America. Use of the nut is considered environmentally friendly because once dried out, the tagua can be carved in the same way elephant ivory can be, and thus limits the killing of elephants. Furthermore, tagua palms can be grown without destroying rainforest land, so having this as a viable product lessens the need for local peoples to cut down rainforest to farm.

Colorful Fishies Charm Bracelet

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:10:16 -0400

$16.50
The fish in this bracelet were handpainted in Guatemala. I also used crystals in pale yellow and iridescent green, lavender beads, and silver toned spacers. The beads are strung on elastic wire and I used a lobster-claw fastener.

The bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is 6 3/4" long.

Your bracelet will come with a Guatemalan fabric bag similar to the ones in the last photo.

One Cute Guatemalan Worry Doll Hair Clip

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:09:01 -0400

$5.00
I make these clips by hot-gluing a piece of used corte (traditional Guatemalan skirt made on a foot loom) to a barrette, then hot-gluing on little worry dolls. The hair clip is about 2 1/4" long, not including any little arms or legs that may be sticking out :)

Photos are examples of clips I've made - If you have specific color preferences or would like to choose the exact one you will receive, just contact me!

You will receive one hair clip.

10 Handpainted Colorful Turtle Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:27:39 -0400

$4.95
This is a set of ten (10) ceramic beads in the shape of a turtle. Handpainted in many colors, each with three little flowers on its shell. Backs are painted in the same color as the main part of the body. Has a metal loop on the head for hanging. Each is about 2-2 1/4 cm long (about 3/4"-7/8" long) excluding loop. Gloss finish. Purchased here in Guatemala.

You will receive 10 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos. If you have a color preference, feel free to contact me before you purchase!

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Guatemalan Girl with Chicken

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:33:10 -0400

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan girl holding a chicken.

Printed on thick glossy paper (8 1/2" X 9 3/4") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

Upcycled Huipil Collar Mirror, A Couple and Their Lamb

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:47:20 -0400

$22.00
I made this mirror using a collar I cut from a used huipil. I glued a mirror to a thin circle of wood, and I glued the huipil collar over it. I super-glued a hanger to the back.

Slightly oval, approximately 10 3/4" X 10 1/2".

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Last photo is of the back of a similar mirror just to give a general reference.

Large Scrapbook Embellishment, Pensive Woman with Butterflies

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:19:50 -0400

$10.25
This is a print made by an artist named Claudia Tremblay, who lives in a village near Lago Atitlan in Guatemala. The original is a watercolor of a Guatemalan woman surrounded by butterflies and lilies.

Printed on thick textured paper (6 3/4" X 9") and mounted on black cardstock (8 1/2" X 11"). You could simply cut around the print itself if the area of the black cardstock is too large for your scrapbook page. This print comes in a protective plastic sleeve.

This print would be wonderful for a page in a scrapbook of a Latin American vacation, or for a lifebook if your child was adopted from Guatemala. Of course, it could also be framed.

SALE, Hand Sewn Recycled Mayan Animal Fabric Collage on Indigo Blue 11X14

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:30:48 -0400

$32.00
I made this using four pieces of a used huipil made in Chajul. First I hand-sewed the pieces onto complementary colors of felt and then sewed the felt onto the fleece. It is 11" x 14".

The fleece is more of an indigo (blue-purple) than it appears in the photos.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

6 Handpainted Peacock Pendant Beads from Guatemala

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:26:18 -0400

$4.95
This is a set of six (6) ceramic/clay beads in the shape of peacocks. They are handpainted in many colors on the front and a solid color on the back. Metal loop for hanging. Each is about 1" wide. Gloss finish. Purchased in Guatemala.

You will receive 6 beads, not necessarily the same distribution of colors as shown in the photos. If you have a color preference, feel free to contact me before you purchase!

5 Colorful Howling Coyote Pendant Charms

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:23:45 -0400

$3.75
This is a set of five (5) ceramic clay beads in the shape of coyotes. They are handpainted in bright colors with various accents. Design is the same on the front and back. Size varies slightly; they're generally between 1 3/4" - 2" long. Metal loop for hanging. Gloss finish.

Photos show examples of these beads; the five you receive may vary slightly from the photos. If you have a color preference just contact me and I'll do my best to meet your needs.

Purchased in Guatemala.

SALE, Bracelet with Ceramic Guatemalan Girls Among Lapis Lazuli

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:17:09 -0400

$9.95
This bracelet, from tip of hoop to tip of clasp, is 7" long.

The little ceramic girl beads are each about 13/16" long, and I placed them among lapis lazuli and tiny copper toned beads.

Your bracelet will come in a Guatemalan fabric bag.

Aqua, Purple, and Black Faja Hand-Woven in Guatemala, 95 Inches

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 00:05:43 -0400

$15.00
This faja (belt) was hand-woven in Guatemala and would be lovely trim for a bag or clothing creation. Alternatively, parts of it could be cut into pieces for scrapbook embellishment or card making.

Faja is approximately 95" long excluding braided fringe. About 1 1/4" wide.

This is used, so please expect some wear like loose threads or creases. It's hard to see from the photos, but this faja has creases in it for the whole length because of the manner it was worn.

Caliente Red Cactus Earrings With Gift Bag

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:46:56 -0400

$4.00
I purchased the cutest cactus beads here in Guatemala and decided to make some earrings from them. Each cactus is approximately 15/16" long (excluding its metal loop) and has a gloss finish. The hooks are silver plated.

Your earrings will come in a little drawstring bag made of Guatemalan fabric. Your bag will be like one of those shown in the last photo.

SALE, Hand-Sewn Wall Decor, Guatemalan Huipil Flowers on Blue 8X10

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 22:02:28 -0400

$25.00
I made this "flowers and bubbles" piece from huipiles that I hand-sewed onto fleece. It is about 8"X10" (cut a little larger to allow for variances in mats). I envision this piece hung on the wall of a kitchen, playroom, or other room that needs a pop of fresh color.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers and more realistic depictions of animals (as opposed to very stylized Mayan versions of animals). I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!

Cute Handsewn Fabric Heart Pin with Worry Doll, Recycled from Guatemalan Huipil

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:41:24 -0400

$5.50
This fabric heart pin makes a cute accessory for your purse, backpack, jacket, and more. Add it to a little mug full of candy, or to a Valentine's basket for a cute accent piece!

I sewed a tiny worry doll to a heart shaped piece of fabric cut from a huipil. Then I hand-sewed the heart to a red felt heart. I added polyfill stuffing to give it some depth, then used Fray-Check around the edges of the piece. Finally, I hot glued a pin to the felt back.

The finished piece is about 2 5/8" across at its widest point, and about 2 3/4" tall. The pinback is about 1 1/4" long.

A huipil is the traditional blouse worn by Guatemalan women; it is hand-woven on a backstrap loom and is a work of art on its own. Designs vary by village, and some feature Mayan symbols and geometric shapes, while others have more European influences like flowers. I love to buy used huipiles and make things from them!