Tlamacazapa, Mexico
MEET THE PALM WEAVERS OF GUERRERO
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“When one family thrives, the whole community feels it.”
This weaving collective unites more than eighty families in the Sierra de Guerrero region, creating steady livelihood through ancestral craft. Their work strengthens the local economy while safeguarding traditions that have lived in the community for generations. Each basket reflects a shared effort to build opportunity from within, uplifting the families who rely on this craft with pride and purpose.
At the Heart of the Craft
“Our hands remember what our ancestors taught us.”
Each piece is woven from sustainably harvested palm using techniques that date to pre-Hispanic times. These skills endure because they are taught from mother to daughter, preserving cultural identity, artistry and the rhythm of rural life. The craft carries the echoes of countless generations, keeping their history alive through every careful weave.
Strength Through Support
“When basic needs are met, craft can flourish.”
Obakki partnered with the weavers to install 100 rain-catchment systems in Tlamacazapa, ensuring families have access to clean water. With this essential stability, artisans can focus fully on their craft, strengthening both their homes and the future of their community. The renewed confidence within the collective has allowed their artistry to grow, bringing new vitality to their work and their daily lives.
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