Maldonado Family "I will never let go of either my grandfather or my grandson's hands, for what I have learned from the elders, I will teach to the young." Faustino Maldonado's artistry has been featured in Sunset magazine. Faustino Maldonado was born in Hualhuas. Because his parents and grandparents were artisans, he learned at an eary age to weave on rustic looms, to prepare the warp using the pushca, and spin on the rueca. Since he first started weaving, Maldonado has mastered the art and has immensely improved the quality of his textiles. Maldonado's work is a representation of the art that has been passed down from generation to generation within his family. The family motto has been, "I will never let go of either my grandfather or grandson's hands, for what I have learned from the elders, I will teach to the young." Based on this family philosophy, Maldonado and his relatives have been making large bedspreads in high relief without any stitching. They also proudly craft sheep wool and alpaca tapestries, purses, backpacks, cushions, and vests. The Maldonado family's works have become increasingly popular.

	Customer Reviews
		I just received my vest and it is beautiful. I love the close and beautiful weave. The design is very pleasing. I feel like I am wearing a precious work of art... and I AM! Thank you for the very special packaging and the sweet worry dolls. I will be looking forward to more of your work. THank you, again. Happy New Year. - Gail G, San Diego CA USA Thank you so much for the beautiful shoulder bag. It is a wonderful example of fine Peruvian craftsmanship. I will treasure it, and use it with your family in mind. - John H, Crozet/Virginia/USA I recieved the poncho I ordered today. The quality of material and craftmanship is wonderful! I wasn't sure what to expect, but, it is of the quality I hoped for and more! I appreciate the effort, time, resources and love of your heritage which went into its creation. Thanks for making such a great item for me to enjoy! - Creed H, Fairmont, West Virginia, USA The Andean Highland poncho is great for the cool coastal California evenings. - Nick C., California I am now the proud owner of a blanket woven by the Maldonado Family. I cannot fully express how pleased I am with its beauty and craftsmanship. The fine heirloom quality ensures use and enjoyment for generations to come. Many thanks! - T. Conner, Columbus, Ohio USA I purchased the wool backpack 'Earth's Rainbow' from the Maldano Family. I am so impressed with the beauty and quality of the materials, the meticulous construction, and the carved gourd buttons--a very special detail. This is such a classic and well-made piece that I expect to enjoy it for many years. I also liked that it was shipped from the artists themselves. The wrapping was lovely, and a handwritten note of thanks was enclosed. Thanks to All, Caroline Sandlin - Caroline S, Hollywood/SC/USA I just received my "Andean Dream" wool shoulder bag and it is stunning. The colors are vivid and the workmanship is beautiful. Many thanks to the Maldonado Family for sharing their talents. - R.M. K., Saint Paul, MN USA I would like to thank Faustino Maldonado and Family for the stunning poncho Hualhuas Night which will certainly keep me warm! I can't believe how quickly it arrived from the Andes and the beautiful packaging. It is a work of art and I shall enjoy wearing it. - Shirley B, United Kingdom I purchased a poncho and a rug from the Maldonado Family. I am thrilled with both. I spin and weave wool for a hobby. I've been doing it for forty years. I love to own hand woven objects. The Maldonado Family creates objects of beauty that are useful. The rug is gracing my sofa, where the woven hummingbirds bring the outdoors and fauna to my living room. The poncho, which is in natural wool colors of browns, matches my skin and red hair, but it is so large it is currently looking lovely on our queen size bed where it also keeps us warm at night! Thank you Mr. Maldonado and your family for creating such useful, pretty objects. Kenneth Loyal Smith in Manhattan, New York - Kenneth Loyal S, New York City, New York Today my fiber items arrived from the Maldonado Family. I got a brown poncho and a rug with intricate designs. I am very impressed with the two items and I plan to purchase yet more of the Maldonado Family fiber arts. I have been a handspinner/weaver myself since 1964 and I surround myself with handmade items: pottery, glass, silver, fiber, what ever I can. I love the rug with the hummingbirds flying across it. It is proudly sitting on my living room sofa. The poncho is so large it is neatly folded across the foot of our queen-sized bed and it actually fits it as a blanket. I love to wear it! The fiberart I have from the Maldonado family is well worked, beautiful and feels beautiful to the touch. Kenneth Loyal Smith in Manhattan, New York City. - Kenneth Loyal S, New York City, New York, United States of America I ordered a poncho on the 26th of December and it was delivered on the 29th December. I can't believe the speed in fulfilling an order placed from the other side of the world. The Poncho itself (Silver Skies) is excellent quality and gift-wrapped. I tried to obtain a genuine Poncho from the UK and failed miserably. At first I was a little bit wary of using a supplier so far away but I will now use again as I have seen other beautiful items on this website. The customer service of the Maldonado Family is second to none. Best wishes from England - Richard Alan R, Wigan UK I would like to thank the Maldonado Family for their beautiful work. I am delighted to receive my "Warm Nights" blanket and find it to be softer than expected and quite simply.. lovely. - janet spellmann, San Francisco, CA Nov 15, 2007 Just received my Alpaca Wool Throw-Andean Radiance which I ordered on Nov 13. Unbelievable service and the blanket is all that I hoped for and even more. It is lovely. I couldn't be happier. I probably will not be able to resist the temptation to order something else. My appreciation to the Maldonado Family and to Novica for this wonderful product. Thanks so much. - Jean Bloom, Ellijay Georgia USA My beautiful 'Andean Warmth' shoulder bag arrived today. For some time I'd been searching for a bag that combines skilled handiwork with lovely design. My compliments to Faustino Maldonado. I was happy the minute I opened the specially wrapped package. - C Johnson, Hyattsville, MD Excellent quality and beauty in my poncho. I expect it to last a lifetime thanks -will - Willis, Us