Isela Regules Ortega

Traditional Oaxaca Embroidery Blouse

$ 8,973.00
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This blouse, crafted on a backstrap loom, features stunning Chinantec embroidery from San Lucas Ojitlán. The centerpiece is a vibrant peacock, embroidered with colorful threads, symbolizing elegance and tradition. The fabric panels are joined by colorful randas (decorative seams), adding a beautiful contrast and showcasing the meticulous artistry behind this unique piece.

Product details

Size: M

Technique: Backstrap loom weaving and reverse stitch embroidery is a traditional technique that combines the art of hand-weaving using a portable loom tied around the waist with intricate reverse stitch embroidery. Each stitch creates motifs rich in history and symbolism. This ancestral technique passed down through generations, brings unique textiles to life with vibrant and detailed designs.

Working time: 3 months

What's in the box? 1x Traditional Oaxaca Embroidery Blouse
Materials

Cotton thread and candle thread
Product Care

Hand wash with laundry soap, preferably neutral. Do not use detergents. Steam iron with care or lightly dampen the garment before ironing. Hang inside out if not used for an extended period of time.