Tag Archives: Wayuu artisans
The Beauty of the Wayúu Language: Wayuunaiki
Although approximately 32% of Wayúu people speak Spanish, their native language is called Wayuunaiki. [...]
Jun
Meet Cecilia: “I’m passionate about reviving traditional weaving”
As part of our ‘Meet Our Indigenous Wayúu Artisans’ series, which introduces our indigenous Wayúu [...]
Jun
This is the True Meaning of Love for the Wayúu Community
Love in the Wayúu community comes in many different forms, and it can be very [...]
May
What Weaving Really Means For Wayuu Women
Let’s talk about menstruation. A pivotal moment in a girl’s life, when she transforms into [...]
Apr
Meet Aminta: “I Have Over 65 Years of Experience as an Artisan”
As part of our ‘Meet Our Indigenous Wayuu Artisans’ series, which introduces our indigenous Wayuu [...]
Feb
Giving Back To Our Artisans By Setting Goals
Guillermina has been working with us for over two years. She started working with her [...]
Mar
(VIDEO) A Day In The Life Of A Wayuu Artisan
Life on the ranchería in La Guajira, Colombia is a truly different experience [...]
May
Origin The Wayuu People And The Disappearing Art Of Crochet
Ethnologist and anthropologist Nemesio Montiel claimed that the indigenous Wayuu people are part of the [...]
Oct