
Announcement
We Tucson Friends of Artisans Beyond Borders want to thank you in advance for your on-going generosity in supporting asylum-seekers and their cultural arts at the border. We're super excited about the artisans' new "Hospitality Mantas" ~ perfect multi-purpose Hospitality place settings for the table or the Altar or for Guest Tea Towels - all designed, embroidered, and crocheted by asylum-seekers stranded in shelters and on the streets at the U.S. - MX port of entry.
They offer us in their handcraft, a piece of themselves for our homes. In hospitality, we support and welcome them. Supply is limited at this time as you can imagine so if you don't see what you're looking for or If we are selling out too fast, be sure and favorite the shop and check back every few weeks when we receive new shipments. Another option is to donate on the https://artisansbeyondborders.org/ website and you will receive a beautiful hand-picked manta as soon as they are available. The artisans are in difficult circumstances but do their best to produce new offerings as often as they can.
Your purchase comes with the maker’s name and country of origin. All proceeds go directly to the artisans and to fund the non-profit ArtisansBeyondBorders.org - Bordando Esperanza.
Washed and sun-dried on the line for you by the Tucson Friends of Artisans Beyond Borders. Any marks or irregularities are fingerprints of migration. P.S. Someone asked about the average sizes of the mantas. In general, mantas measure 17" x 17" unless they are marked "Petite Manta" and are less expensive.
Announcement
We Tucson Friends of Artisans Beyond Borders want to thank you in advance for your on-going generosity in supporting asylum-seekers and their cultural arts at the border. We're super excited about the artisans' new "Hospitality Mantas" ~ perfect multi-purpose Hospitality place settings for the table or the Altar or for Guest Tea Towels - all designed, embroidered, and crocheted by asylum-seekers stranded in shelters and on the streets at the U.S. - MX port of entry.
They offer us in their handcraft, a piece of themselves for our homes. In hospitality, we support and welcome them. Supply is limited at this time as you can imagine so if you don't see what you're looking for or If we are selling out too fast, be sure and favorite the shop and check back every few weeks when we receive new shipments. Another option is to donate on the https://artisansbeyondborders.org/ website and you will receive a beautiful hand-picked manta as soon as they are available. The artisans are in difficult circumstances but do their best to produce new offerings as often as they can.
Your purchase comes with the maker’s name and country of origin. All proceeds go directly to the artisans and to fund the non-profit ArtisansBeyondBorders.org - Bordando Esperanza.
Washed and sun-dried on the line for you by the Tucson Friends of Artisans Beyond Borders. Any marks or irregularities are fingerprints of migration. P.S. Someone asked about the average sizes of the mantas. In general, mantas measure 17" x 17" unless they are marked "Petite Manta" and are less expensive.
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Amy on Feb 25, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI encourage others to purchase these lovely and lovingly embroidered pieces.
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Amy on Feb 25, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThe colors and the careful craft work makes this piece quite special.
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Amy on Feb 25, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLoved giving this as a Xmas present. My friend is happy to have this hand-embroidered piece.
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Cathy on Feb 24, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully done! I love it and also I admire very much the spirit of the woman who did this lovely embroidery! It arrived in excellent condition in a lovely package with a good explanation of the program that lets women earn a bit of money while they wait in Mexico seeking asylum in the United States.
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Lynn on Feb 21, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI bought 3 of these bags and the intricate embroidery is beautiful on each bag. I received a very heartfelt personal thank you note and information about the Artisans Beyond Borders.❤️
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mknisley812 on Feb 17, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis is an absolutely beautiful piece, even more gorgeous in person. Love to be able to support this cause. 100% recommend.
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Christine on Feb 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThe hand stitching is incredible. I want to frame it because I can't stand the thought of messing up this gorgeous piece of art.
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Nancy on Feb 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI purchased 5 of these for Valentine gifts for my favorite people. It was so rewarding for me to make a purchase with so much meaning and acknowledgement of the stitchers for their good work and their dignity. I had no idea just how beautiful these would be! As a fellow embroiderer, I can recognize excellent hand work in these pieces. These are BEAUTIFUL and SWEET. Now I carry these makers with me in my heart every day.
About BordandoEsperanza
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A Bordadora on Market Day in Nogales presenting her work, 2020
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The women of Bordando Esperanza working together, 2019
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Fresh mantas made by the artisans of Bordando Esperanza hanging on the line in Tucson, 2020
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Artisans Beyond Borders working together at the shelter in Nogales, Sonora, 2021
Bordando Esperanza: Embroidering Hope
From: https://artisansbeyondborders.org/
Since 2004, when we borderland residents began to find exquisite embroideries left behind in the desert south of Tucson ~ "Heirlooms in the Sand," with smart feminine sensibilities in each stitch ~ we vowed to find a way to bring attention and respect to the makers. Now, in 2020, we have the opportunity to directly help these vulnerable families using the healing power of creativity to restore grace and agency through the work of the hands, solidarity among the artisans, and respect for cultural and familial arts across borders. For stories of the makers, see "Profiles in Courage and Creativity @ https://artandfaithinthedesert.com/.
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