Handwoven Cotton Shawl in Black and Grey from Guatemala, "In the Night"
Challenging themselves to learn and grow, Guatemala's Yolanda and Antonia Panjoj design this striking, sophisticated shawl. Handwoven of cotton on the backstrap loom through a process that takes several days, the fringed shawl features a complex color pattern achieved with a blend of graphite grey and black fibers.
- 0.43 kgs
- 1.0 lbs
- Shawl: 210.82 cm L x 55.88 cm W
- Shawl: 83" L x 22" W
- Fringes: 9 cm L
- Fringes: 3.5" L
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

























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Yolanda and Antonia Panjoj Hand-woven accessories
"We take turns to work and tend to the chores at home. When mom is weaving I clean, cook, and feed our animals. And when I'm weaving she takes care of everything."