Handwoven Brick Arrow Blanket
Indulge in the timeless beauty and cozy elegance of our Handwoven Throw Blanket Collection. Crafted by skilled artisans using traditional lever looms and natural cotton threads, these blankets are more than just home decor; they're an embodiment of heritage, culture, and sustainable craftsmanship.
By blending contemporary designs with age-old artisanal techniques and repurposing materials, we bring you eco-conscious textiles that are as kind to the Earth as they are to your home. Feel the satisfaction of choosing products that honor our environment.
Each throw blanket is a unique masterpiece, weaving stories of dedication and passion. No two knots or curves are alike, delivering a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates the art of handmade craftsmanship.
Every purchase empowers women in rural El Salvador, giving them the tools to shape their destinies. It's more than a blanket; it's a gesture of hope, development, and the positive ripple effect it creates within communities.
We uphold the principles of fair trade, ensuring that our artisans receive fair wages, work in good conditions, and eradicate child labor. Your choice supports not only a beautiful home but also ethical standards.
Our designs continually evolve to meet modern demands while preserving the essence of our culture. We find beauty in the unexpected and weave it into unique and original products.
These throw blankets are meticulously crafted by the "Hand-Woven Stories Community," where generations pass down cultural tales through their woven textiles. Led by master artisan Don Ciro Castro, this community is committed to preserving the intricate technique of lever loom weaving.
By choosing these handwoven treasures, you become a part of their journey, contributing to the sustainability of artisanal craftsmanship and cultural preservation.
Enhance your home, empower artisans, and embrace tradition with our Handwoven Blankets. Shop now and make a meaningful statement!
INCOME
The norm in rural areas is that children between the ages of 10 to 12 work the fields with their parents taking care of crops.SCHOOLING
58% of the people that live in rural areas in El Salvador live in overcrowded conditions. When there is overcrowding in families, there is a higher risk of certain problems occurring, such as domestic violence, family disintegration, poor school performance, among others.
300 SALVADORANS TRY TO MIGRATE TO THE UNITED STATES DAILY DUE TO LACK OF WORK OPPORTUNITIES.
When Lula Mena began working in rural communities, many of the young women wanted to immigrate to the United States. Now that they have seen that there is an opportunity for a better life in their community, their perception of immigration has changed. They feel more confident that they will be able to provide for their families without having to leave the country. We want to continue to grow in order to offer more young adults the opportunity to work with us and avoid immigration.
One of the major challenges we faced when we began working with women was gaining the approval of their husbands. Most of the husbands and family members worried that the women would not be able to work and meet the household’s responsibilities.
Now, their husbands prepare dinner, take care of the children, and offer them support. There is still a strong sexist culture, “machismo”, in rural areas of El Salvador that we are trying to change by empowering women.
