By Pamala
This hammock is well made, comfortable, and adds beauty to my backyard. Its large enough for both my husband and I to use together, and we do. Our favorite use of the hammock is to relax and catch up on our reading; however, be careful of the swaying motion, it encourages napping.I thank the women of Brazil for crafting my beautiful hammock. The picture does not do the piece justice and my hammock includes crochet skirts on each side, which just adds to its beauty.
By Rosita
I purchased the Seguso vase as a wedding gift on my neicess second marriage. What to do you give the couple who already has everything? I chose a lasting reminder of their beautiful wedding day and hopefully of their of their aunt and uncle who gave them this gift. Another fun fact: my neices father (my brother) is Italian and her mother is Brazilian. She shares the same heritage as the Seguso family. What a wonderful reminder of her roots!
By Amanda
This hammock is great - sturdy and comfortable. Its perfect for one person, large enough for me to wrap the top and close myself in from the mosquitos, but its plenty large enough for myself and both my small children to swing together. We love it!
Many of the women have taught their techniques to their daughters and granddaughters, thus ensuring the hammock-making tradition is kept alive.
Hammocks have been in use in Brazil for centuries, even before the Portuguese landed on their shores in the 15th century. Not only were hammocks used... read more
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