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This hammock holds the promise of a well-deserved rest with its palette of cool and refreshing hues. From Maya Artists of the Yucatan, this ample cotton hammock is woven by hand according to age-old techniques.

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: 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.

Geometry is transformed into a naïf artistry that shapes captivating images and patterns. Stars, stripes and arrows appear on this handwoven cotton rug from India's Mahmood. Similar to a classic dhurrie, this rug features a palette of bright colors that include blue, orange-red, green and straw.

Loomed with traditional techniques, Cupertino Ruiz's newest design complements your delicious meals with a touch of joy and uniqueness. The Mexican artisan crafts this cotton tablecloth with a striped pattern that combines vibrant orange, yellow, green, blue and pink hues on a white base hue that is also present in the graceful fringes that finish the design.

Nothing screams relaxation like a hammock, a must-have accessory for those who love the little pleasures in life. This single hammock in white with colorful stripes of green, red, teal and blue is handwoven by the Arrieta Roman Family of artisans in Costa Rica, who specialize in recycling materials. They give new life to reclaimed fabric trimmings from garment factories, creating the hammock from an eco-friendly blend of recycled cotton and polyester.

Thick yarns add rich texture to this fascinating kente cloth shawl by Gobah Tengey-Seddoh. Strips of black, white and Delft blue make a dramatic and handsome color combination. Designed and woven of coarse local cotton in the 12th century, the lokpo pattern means "heavy or thick in texture."

Each strip requires considerable effort, and the looms are worked with both hands and feet. Strips are generally three to four inches wide and seven to ten feet long, and the length of time it takes to complete one strip varies by the complexity of the chosen pattern. The simplest use mostly vertical, or warp patterns, and an experienced weaver can make several of those in one day. However patterns with nearly all weft (horizontal thread) patterns where the warp design is hardly visible can take up to four days to complete an individual strip. Each color has its own meanings in Asante culture. Green is fertility and new harvest, gold is royalty, black is strength, aging and spirituality, while white is purity. The patterns themselves are carefully chosen symbols, which a master weaver develops and names, often to honor people, historical events, or proverbs.

Maya Artists of the Yucatán weave shades of yellow, blue, orange, green, and pink into a bright and comfortable hammock. Artisans preserve the traditional hand-weaving techniques first developed by Maya ancestors to craft this inviting hammock.

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.

This handcrafted bag is the perfect companion for your day. Whether you're headed the market or to work, pack up your things in this tote crafted by Mexican artisan Ingrid Garcia. The bag features a mint green and hot pink striped pattern and a magnetic snap closure to keep your possessions securely in place. The cotton-lined interior has a zipper pocket to keep small items close at hand.