Community Tours: Traditional Art Forms Immersion

Backstrap Weaving Demonstrations in San Juan La Laguna
Cross the stunning Lake Atitlán by boat to start the tour visiting our organic natural dye plant garden before learning the intricate weaving techniques in San Juan.

 

 

Backstrap Weaving Demonstrations in Quiejel
See these master weavers create beautiful brocaded textiles typical to the Chichicastenango area.

 

 

 

Nature-based immersion in & around Panajachel with the community of Patanatic
Learn the importance of corn and cook tortillas before meeting with artisan women from Patanatic and going on a hike among pine trees used for basket weaving.

 

 

Backstrap Weaving Demonstrations in Chuacruz
Observe the master weavers forming thread from raw ixcaco cotton, applying brocade to their backstrap-woven textiles, and using randas to join textiles.

 

Backstrap Weaving Demonstrations in Nahuala
Watch these women weavers creating handmade pillows, wall hangings, and textiles using the brocade technique of backstrap weaving.

 

 

 

Backstrap Weaving Demonstrations in Chirijox
Watch these master weavers create beautiful pieces using brocade techniques.