beautiful hammock

Mirna Hernandez develops the traditional shape of a hammock into an inviting. Woven of sturdy cotton and finished by hand, the cozy swing evokes the sands of Montelimar beach. It is suspended from brass rings and a guacimo wood rod, and finished with hand-crocheted trim.

This beige hand-woven hammock recalls the soft sands of the Caribbean. Mexico's Maya Artists of the Yucatán preserve the weaving techniques inherited from their Maya ancestors to ensure the hammock tradition.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

Please note: For best results, store indoors when not in use. Colors may bleed when wet.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

Featuring stripes of taupe, espresso, and alabaster, this double cotton hammock from Brazil makes a beautiful addition to any garden or backyard. Lilian Barros presents the hammock, which is completed at the sides with dangling bunting-like edge work and elegant floral lace.

Preserving a legacy of centuries, the Maya Artists of the Yucatan craft this beautiful hammock. The generously-sized double hammock is made by hand from ivory cotton and features long, luxurious fringe on both sides.

Preserving a legacy of centuries, the Maya Artists of the Yucatan craft this beautiful hammock. The generously-sized triple hammock is made by hand from ivory cotton and features long, luxurious fringe on both sides.

Kick back and relax with your favorite book or a cold drink in this gorgeous hammock swing. The Maya Artists of Yucatan collective hand-weave it from 100% cotton rope in ivory and add a beautiful tasseled fringe for a very glamorous finish. Ropes, wooden rod, and hammock hooks are provided for easy installation.

Hammocks have been used by Mayan peoples since pre-Hispanic times. The Maya Artists of the Yucatan collective seeks to keep this ancient art alive by providing its members with training, access to new materials and techniques, and financial support.

This beautiful cushion cover is handwoven of cotton by the Hammock Artisans of Paraiba. It features a striped body in alabaster and taupe, complete with striped patchwork around the edges. A zipper closure at the back opens for the insertion of a cushion.