Handmade Maya Worry Doll Inspirational Wreath, "Inspire"
By Elias Garcia, this delightful diamond-shaped wreath carries a message — "Inspire." He covers it with handloomed Guatemalan textiles and adorns it with diminutive worry dolls in traditional dress, crafted by his sister of the Lopez Garcia family.
According to Maya legend, the sun god gave princess Ixmucane the gift of solving people's problems. With time people started making dolls in Ixmucane's honor and they would tell her their woes, hoping she would solve them through the dolls. Many people whisper to the dolls, then place them under their pillows at night, hoping that the doll will provide a solution as they sleep.
- 0.34 kgs
- 0.7 lbs
- 33 cm H x 26 cm W x 2 cm D
- 13" H x 10.25" W x 0.8" D
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02/24/2021
"Beautiful Detail"





I love this beautiful heart. It decorated the front door of my apartment telling everyone that they are welcome here.
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Verified Reviewer
02/16/2021
"Beautiful Tradition"





I use this for display on the wall or as the base of a centerpiece. SO MANY COMPLIMENTS! My grandmother began my collection of Worry Dolls when I was a very young girl. At that time, the artisans sold their wares at church festivals. There were even some dancing performances by some of those who came to the church to sell their handmade !. Our church sponsored some of the missions, and we eagerly awaited their visits. .
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- Wall display or centerpiece base
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Verified Reviewer
02/16/2021
"wonderful symbol of caring"





superb quality
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- decorative and meaningful
- door wreath
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Verified Reviewer
02/10/2021
"cutest thing ever"





So cute. So glad I bought this.
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02/04/2021
"So well made and the perfect gift"





My friend bought me worry dolls a few years ago so when I saw this adorable wreath I knew exactly who to get it for. She loved it and has hung it in her newly painted home. Beautifully and meticulously crafted. The ribbon base is done so well.
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01/31/2021
"Colorful wreath"





Well made and unique wreath. The vibrant colors make me happy every time I walk by it.
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