By Joy
This set of placemats and napkins is beautiful and exactly what I needed for my new kitchen table. The package came gift-wrapped with a geometric design printed onto recycled paper. A worry doll was attached to the ribbon along with an explanation of the dolls use and history in Mayan culture. The napkins are on the small side but perfectly matched with the placemats. If needed, it would be easy to find additional napkins that coordinate well. I am very happy with this purchase, the wrapping paper and worry doll enhanced my pleasure. It felt like I had bought myself a present and somebody gave me an additional gift. Thank you Senor Eladio Chiroy!
By Adam
My wife is of Mayan and Spanish ancestry and grew up in Guatemala City. The artisans making this product is truly producing a high quality and culturally authentic product! Love the crafts we have been purchasing as decorating trinkets for our home.
By gardenfairy
Love the dark, earthy shades. It is nicely made, not just a side and bottom seam construction. Closure is a clay button with a braided loop. Goes with many fall, transitional pieces, including jeans.
"I want to keep our Guatemalan weaving artistry from disappearing. Like other crafts, the textile arts enrich our culture."
"I'm Eladio Chiroy Hernandez and I was born in Guatemala in 1942 as one of ten children. Because we were such a large family, we didn't have a... read more
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