Manos Cruceñas

Manos Cruceñas is a nonprofit that supports over 100 indigenous Mayan women artisans from Santa Cruz, Guatemala. Their artisans are trained in the Cecap Vocational Training Center  and earn a fair wage. Artisans also receive additional training such as nutrition classes and women's empowerment workshops. Meaningful work at a meaningful wage. All proceeds directly benefit artisans and their families.

Handwoven Clutch Bag
Handwoven Clutch Bag
Handwoven Clutch Bag
Handwoven Clutch Bag
Handwoven Clutch Bag
Handwoven Clutch Bag

Handwoven Clutch Bag

Regular price $22.00
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These Handwoven clutch bags made in Guatemala using traditional mayan weaving techniques and up-cycled fabrics. 

Perfect for small cosmetics, pencil pouch, or a wallet option!

Each bag is 8.5" long and 4.5" wide

Zipper enclosure on top with a back zippered pocket

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Handwoven Coin Pockets
Handwoven Coin Pockets
Handwoven Coin Pockets
Handwoven Coin Pockets
Handwoven Coin Pockets
Handwoven Coin Pockets

Handwoven Coin Pockets

Regular price $16.00
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Handwoven Coin pockets made by artisans in Santa Cruz, Guatamala

These Handwoven clutch bags made in Guatemala using traditional mayan weaving techniques and up-cycled fabrics. 

5" long by 4.5" wide

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Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf
Tortuga Weave Scarf

Tortuga Weave Scarf

Regular price $45.00
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These Manos Cruceñas Tortuga Scarves are amazingly silky next to your skin and have a beautiful texture and drape. Hand-woven on a back-strap loom by our master artisan weavers, they are the perfect item for bit of warmth on those cool days or to accessorize that special outfit. The 4-color pattern is reversed on the opposite side which adds special interest when wrapped.

10"x73" including hand-knotted fringe. 100% rayon.

Hand wash.

Each Manos Cruceñas product that you purchase will be accompanied by a tag with the artisan's name who made it!

The scarfs may differ in color slightly due to the nature of the artisans handmade products.

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Handwoven Apron-Adolescent(Mid Length)
Handwoven Apron-Adolescent(Mid Length)
Handwoven Apron-Adolescent(Mid Length)
Handwoven Apron-Adolescent(Mid Length)

Handwoven Apron-Adolescent(Mid Length)

Regular price $28.00
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Manos Cruceñas Classic Jaspe aprons are crafted from soft, upcycled jaspe* fabric. The uni-sex styling is perfect for the girl or boy who cooks! Each apron has a convenient double pocket and adjustable neck strap ensuring that one size fits most! Our aprons make lovely gifts for the budding chef!

The Navy with Chichicastenango Huipil apron features a solid navy fabric embellished with a swath of lovely contrasting/coordinating huipil**embroidery from the area of Chichicastenango located in the Central Highlands of Guatemala. “Chichi” designs most often incorporate bold geometric designs with stylized animals and figures.

Dimensions: 24” long, 19” at waist

Machine wash, gentle cycle.

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Handwoven Apron Adult (Full length)
Handwoven Apron Adult (Full length)
Handwoven Apron Adult (Full length)

Handwoven Apron Adult (Full length)

Regular price $32.00
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Each apron has a convenient double pocket and adjustable neck strap ensuring that one size fits most! Our aprons make lovely gifts for the host or hostess and are, of course, wonderful to gift to yourself!

The Navy with Chichicastenango Huipil apron features a solid navy fabric embellished with a swath of lovely contrasting/coordinating huipil** embroidery from the area of Chichicastenango located in the Central Highlands of Guatemala. “Chichi” designs most often incorporate bold geometric designs with stylized animals and figures.

The Jaspe with Huipil apron takes our Classic Jaspe apron and embellishes the bodice with a swath of lovely contrasting/coordinating huipil** embroidery.

Manos Cruceñas Classic Jaspe aprons are crafted from soft, upcycled jaspe* fabric.

Dimensions: 22.5" x 29.5" 

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Handwoven Apron-Child
Handwoven Apron-Child
Handwoven Apron-Child
Handwoven Apron-Child

Handwoven Apron-Child

Regular price $20.00
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Manos Cruceñas Classic Jaspe aprons are crafted from soft, upcycled jaspe* fabric. The uni-sex styling is perfect for the girl or boy who cooks! Each apron has a convenient double pocket and adjustable neck strap ensuring that one size fits most! Our aprons make lovely gifts for the budding chef!

The Navy with Chichicastenango Huipil apron features a solid navy fabric embellished with a swath of lovely contrasting/coordinating huipil**embroidery from the area of Chichicastenango located in the Central Highlands of Guatemala. “Chichi” designs most often incorporate bold geometric designs with stylized animals and figures

Dimensions: 19.5” long, 13” at waist, 19" ties

Machine wash, gentle cycle.

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Handwoven Tortuga Shawl

Handwoven Tortuga Shawl

Regular price $65.00
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These Manos Cruceñas Tortuga Shawl are amazingly silky next to your skin and have a beautiful texture and drape. Hand-woven on a back-strap loom by our master artisan weavers, they are the perfect item for bit of warmth on those cool days or to accessorize that special outfit. The 4-color pattern is reversed on the opposite side which adds special interest when wrapped.

20” x 73” including hand-knotted fringe. 100% rayon.

Hand wash.

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