Esperanza Dog Bandana

This dreamy fabric has symbols of humans and butterflies woven into it. The artisan who made it, Manuel, explained that they are there to symbolize life & hope. We think that' pretty spectacular. This fabric was woven in Totonicapán, which is located in the Western Highlands of Guatemala and has a population composed largely of K’iche’ Maya. Totonicapán is distinguished by its extensive oak-pine forests, in addition to its artisans which includes not only weavers but also shoemakers, tinsmiths, potters, leatherworkers, and carpenters. Using a traditional wooden pedal loom, Roberto Par’ and his team of neighbors and family start with 100% cotton, use dye to create their thread colors, and then weave it into this joyful fabric!