Handwoven Burgundy Arrow Placemats (Set of 4)
Discover the Elegance of Handwoven Placemats
Elevate your dining experience with our exquisite Handwoven Placemats crafted from natural cotton threads on traditional looms. These placemats feature a contemporary zigzag design, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern aesthetics to enhance any table setting.
Made from sustainable materials, these placemats showcase our commitment to the environment. Feel good about your purchase knowing it supports eco-friendly practices.
Each placemat is meticulously woven by skilled artisans in El Salvador, preserving age-old techniques. Experience the unique charm and character that comes from handcrafted items.
By choosing our products, you support women in rural communities, empowering them through fair and sustainable work. Enjoy the beauty of these placemats, knowing they contribute to positive social change. Our placemats carry the rich cultural identity of El Salvador. Each piece tells a story, woven with passion and tradition by artisans who have honed their craft over generations.
Natural cotton threads ensure these placemats are not only beautiful but also durable. They are perfect for everyday use or special occasions. The modern zigzag pattern complements any décor, adding a touch of sophistication and elegance to your table.
These placemats are easy to clean and maintain, making them a practical addition to your home.
Become part of a community that values tradition, sustainability, and social impact. With every purchase, you help keep the art of traditional loom weaving alive and support fair wages for artisans.
Embrace the artistry. Celebrate the heritage. Order your handwoven placemats now!
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.
