Cobán, Guatemala

Backstrap Weavers

Artisans In Group

12

Styles Made

2

In the central highlands of Guatemala, we've partnered with a group of women in the town of Cobán. Since the climate here is quite warm, the weavers specialize in making lightweight gauzy fabric on backstrap looms.

The textiles appear to be almost embroidered but are actually the result of a delicate technique called 'pic bil' that requires very fine threads and a controlled hand.

Products made by Backstrap Weavers in Cobán

on sale
MINNA ethically backstrap handwoven bandana in indigo with cream and coral shapes

Elle Bandana Indigo

$72 $98

Backstrap Loom

Cotton
on sale
MINNA ethically backstrap handwoven bandana in cream with small coral shapes

Elle Bandana Cream

$72 $98

Backstrap Loom

Cotton
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