By Maria Elena
I bought several “quitapenas” ( worry dolls) to share with my nieces, so they had support when feeling worried or sad.
By Timothy
I love these worry dolls. There were an excellent value and I am giving (some of them) as gifts to my closest friends during this horrendous virus pandemic. Definitely recommend them. They are quality and beautiful!
By Joanna
These earrings are beautifully constructed. The design absolutely adorable and so charming. I love shopping at Novica because I can get such unique, quality, handmade items. These earrings are a very good example of the quality of products from Novica. The artist who created them did a marvelous job and her workmanship is deeply appreciated. Wow!
"...the Mayan princess Ixmucane received a gift from the sun god, making her able to solve any person's problem. Later, people began creating dolls with whom they'd share their problems."
"My name is Aura Lopez and my family creates quitapena, or 'worry dolls,' which are traditional in Guatemala and Mexico. According to the legend... read more
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