By Cynthia
I was so excited when I seen the bookends and learned what the meaning was. It gives me great joy to have them in my home.
By saw
I LOVE these little worry dolls! They are great as a decoration on a gift or just to give a friend who is going through a hard time. My granddaughters sleep with one under their pillows, to take their worries away.
By Jennifer
I originally saw something like this while staying at a resort in Bali. Sadly, I could not find it there while I was visiting, but was thrilled to find it on Novica?s website. It is so much more beautiful in person and I am immensely happy with this purchase! It has become one of my favorite pieces in my home!
"...the Mayan princess Ixmucane received a gift from the sun god, making her able to solve any person's problem. Later, people began creating dolls with whom they'd share their problems."
"My name is Aura Lopez and my family creates quitapena, or 'worry dolls,' which are traditional in Guatemala and Mexico. According to the legend... read more
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