Flowers of Comalapa Zigzag Motif Handwoven Cotton Backpack from Guatemala Copper Handmade in & fairly traded

Handmade in & fairly traded from

The artisan carves the figurine from native suar wood and gives it a black finish

screws and a pulley

the ring is crafted of sterling silver featuring Goth-like motifs with oxidized contrasts

Cool climates calls for a cozy wool poncho like this one

Flowers of Comalapa Zigzag Motif Handwoven Cotton Backpack from Guatemala Copper Handmade in & fairly tradedInspired by the vibrant flowers in the Comalapa region of Guatemala, Mirian Otzin designs this fashionable backpack. She works on a traditional telar de pie, or floor loom, diligently hand weaving multicolored zigzags and geometric patterns in the style of Mayan textiles. Faux leather accentuates this backpack, which can be worn on two adjustable straps or carried by a handle. A zipper pocket on the front provides space for storing odds and ends. The