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Una paleta de hilos de algodón en azul y beige evoca la frescura del océano de las costas de Guatemala. Tejidas a mano en un telar de cintura, las mujeres de la zona las transforman en una elegante bufanda. Yama Aj Chixot Artisan Group.
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Beautiful colors. Didnt give it five stars because as a scarf, it is not heavy. Would not be very warm in winter.
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It must be the word shawl, because I thought this would have more weight to it. It looks more like a table runner, which is how I will probably use it. It is quite pretty.
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Just the right touch of color and texture! Love the scarf!
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You can find our bufanda de algodón by Yama Aj Chixot Artisan Group in accessories categories such as Hand Woven Scarves, Cotton Scarves and Wrap Scarves. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Empowering Women
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Preserving Traditions
The association prides itself on protecting and preserving the very long-standing tradition of weaving using a floor loom. The women have all learned this technique from their mothers or grandmothers, and plan to teach their daughters as well.
Confronting Adversity
Unfortunately many women in this area have been affected by miscarriages and the loss of newborns. This can cause a woman to go into a deep depression. Together they overcome these tragic events and provide constant support for one another.
Enabling Education
Thanks to the work of these women, their children have the opportunity to study and have a better future. As an association, part of their income is donated to school infrastructure.
Moving On Up
The association has been able to grow and increase their sales, which is then passed along to the women and their families.
Caring for Children
The Yama Aj Chixot artisan group enables women to make a fair wage that helps them support their children.
Microcredit Financing
Yama Aj Chixot Artisan Group has received a $200 microcredit loan with 0% interest.
Job Creator
This association generates employment for more than 125 women.
"Mi esperanza es que podamos vivir en un mundo mejor donde la mujer siempre sea respetada y querida (...) porque un día ella puede dejar de producir, pero nunca dejará de ser lo que es, una Mujer".
El Grupo Artesanal Yama Aj Chixot fue iniciado por mujeres de San Juan Comalapa en el año 2000. En el idioma Maya Kaqchiquel, Aj Chixot significa... read more