I always look forward to the arrival of the folks from El Camino de los Altos — the non-profit textile design organization created in 1996 that brings French designers together with Mayan weavers from the highlands of Chiapas. (Click images to enlarge)
Today was the first day of a 3-day expo-venta showcasing their collection that “conserves traditional techniques and motifs while offering fresh designs and a range of refined colors on colorfast cotton.” — El Camino de los Altos brochure
While the 150 weavers use traditional prehispanic backstrap looms, their designs and color palette are contemporary and sophisticated. Their work is of the highest quality — be they tablecloths, pillow shams, bags, rebozos (shawls) that can double as table runners, or coin purses.
If you are nearby and love textiles, I would strongly urge you to make your way over to Niños Heroes 213, Barrio Jalatlaco, Oaxaca city before the show and sale ends on Monday, November 18. The hours are: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Sat. and Sun.) and 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Mon.). By the way, the expo-venta space is large, light and airy — all the better to see these beautiful pieces.
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Always the most beautiful designs, beautifully crafted on the highest quality fabric ❣️
Yes!
why do I even bother to take photos? just going to delete mine and copy yours
Muchisimas gracias, but you are WAY too kind!!!
Wow, I wonder where these cloths are sold at the end, would love to acquire some. (I’m in The Netherlands)
I know they have a shop in San Cristobal de las Casas in Chiapas and they do expo-ventas/pop-ups in other cities in Mexico. However, they work with French designers, so perhaps have an outlet in France. Check out the link to their website on my blog post for more information and an email. Good luck!
I am not aware of this space/venue/ Does it have a name other than an address? Are these hours year round or only for this exhibition? I would love to see these things.
The space doesn’t have a name, though I think it may eventually become an Airbnb. The hours for the 3-day sale are as specified on my blog.