Manos Zapotecas

@manoszapotecas // Mexico

The purpose of Manos Zapotecas is to perpetuate the beautiful traditions of the Zapotec artisans by connecting them with socially conscious consumers around the globe.


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“Each MZ bag holds an element of discovery. From the significance of the Zapotec designs, to the bold color combinations, and most importantly, the distinct story of the artisan who wove it. All our bags are unique expressions of the creativity of each artisan, however, most bags show woven designs that contains ancient Zapotec symbols.”

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“Many of the designs seen in the textiles are the same Zapotec patterns that the weavers’ ancestors etched into stone in the nearby Zapotec ruins of Mitla. Some images represent the physical world, such as mountains, rain and the agave plant, which others indicate the spiritual realm, such as the greca symbol that shows the interconnectedness of the life cycle, death and rebirth.”

You can learn more about the significance of the designs on HERE.


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