Wool was brought to Teotitlán del Valle in the 16th century…
Spun into yarn…
Dyed with natural dyes…
In the 20th century, less labor intensive aniline dyes were introduced…
However, now many weavers are returning to their roots — harvesting and using natural dyes.
The history, culture, and art that is yarn is alive and well and living in Teotitlán del Valle.
Such beautiful colors….. I am so happy that natural dyes have made a comeback!
Yes! And so much more environmentally friendly.
Natural Dyes hard to dye(die) and that is no tall yarn 😉
¡Jajajaja!