Otomi Hand Embroidered Strawberry Red Table Runner Mexico

Otomi Hand Embroidered Strawberry Red Table Runner MexicoHand embroidered traditional Otom table runner from Tenango de Ario, Hidalgo in Mexico. Bought from a small family business that has passed down the Otom technique from generation to generation of women. This Otom embroidery is an embroidery style created by the Otomi people of central Mexico. The designs are filled with symbols based on native flora and fauna, local beliefs and even primitive cave drawings found in the Hidalgo region where many of

and charcoal

squares and a patterned border

With a 'no-waste' approach to weaving

Giving this centuries old technique a modern twist

Block printed natural dyed pattern onto a sturdy 100% cotton canvas rug

this guide visits 20 villages in the Chiapas Highlands to showcase their stunning handwoven cloth while also providing an insider’s look into their history

who took over the women’s homeland a couple years ago

said to pre-date loom controlled pattern weaving

An insert (90/10 feather and down) has been sewn inside and the original envelope design with shells functions as the back of the pillow

Hand knit and embroidered 100% wool adult mittens with a soft lining

Very versatile

Please allow for slight variations as each is uniquely made