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Hand-Loomed Cotton Worry Doll Mobile from Guatemala, "Freedom Dolls"

Guatemalan artisan Elias Garcia crafts this colorful mobile from hand-painted palo blanco and handcrafted Guatemalan worry dolls made by his sister... more

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Guatemalan artisan Elias Garcia crafts this colorful mobile from hand-painted palo blanco and handcrafted Guatemalan worry dolls made by his sister Aura. Each doll features a unique handwoven dress in a rainbow of gold, scarlet, spring green, fuchsia, and turquoise tones.

Quitapenas or "worry dolls" represent Ixmucane, a princess who was gifted with infinite wisdom. Children are instructed to confide all of their worries to their quitapenas and then place them underneath their pillow at night. The dolls are thought to impart their wisdom to them while they sleep and so that in the morning they'll wake up knowing what to do.

  • 0.25 kgs
  • 0.6 lbs
  • 53.34 cm L x 24 cm W
  • 21" L x 9.5" W

  • 100% cotton, palo blanco wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Not a toy and not intended for use in or near cribs, beds, playpens, or carriages
  • Keep away from children and pets
  • Made in Guatemala
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
  • Product ID: 404716
Elias Garcia
Elias Garcia

Central America

Decor accents with Guatemalan worry dolls

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Pamela

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Jan 28, 2023

Unique and whimsical”

Bright and colorful mobile which adds color and interest to a room. Nice use of worry dolls. Thanks!

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Freedom Dolls, Hand-Loomed Cotton Worry Doll Mobile from Guatemala

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Suzanne

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Apr 01, 2024

It is hanging beautifully..”

This worry wreath is so nice..well made..I love it so much and it is a great conversation piec

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Happyhelen

From Surrey, BC, Canada

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Jan 30, 2024

This worry doll wreath will cheer me up!”

This worry doll wreath is very well made. And when I received it, it was very carefully wrapped so it was in great condition. I have some physical problems so the wreath will cheer me up whenever I look at it! Thankyou Elias!

Cheerful and well-made!
Best Uses
  • Hanging up on my office wall

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Deborah

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Oct 21, 2023

Really beautiful”

Reminds me of my time in Guatemala. Many attentive quitapenas here to tell your troubles to.

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Bab

From Sweden

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Mar 25, 2023

Very beautiful”

Its very beautiful.

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Sarah

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Jan 17, 2023

Beautiful”

My daughter and I love this!

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