It’s been 19 months since I’ve been to my home in Teotitlan del Valle, Oaxaca. In the past several years I’ve been walking, and eating for health (gluten and lactose free). Most of the handwoven clothes I have, mostly from Oaxaca and Chiapas, do not fit! If you wear a size Medium, Large or Extra Large, then look closely below for some beautiful blouses (blusas) and dresses (huipiles). Many rare, most with natural dyes.
How to buy: Tell me the item you want by number. Send me your mailing address. I will send you a PayPal invoice after you ID your choices. The invoice will include the cost of the garment + $12 mailing. If you want more than once piece, I’m happy to combine mailing. I’ll be mailing from Taos, NM when I return after November 15.
SOLD. 4.1. From San Pedro Amusgo on the Oaxaca coast, a fine, intricate flower embellished huipil woven on the backstrap loom. This is NOT embroidered but completely loom created. 25” wide x 34” long. $225. #4.2. From Zacoalpan, Guerrero, an Amusgo huipil woven by a family that grows its own native cotton. This one is RARE natural green cotton —pre-Hispanic. 28” wide x 28” long. $295. SOLD. 4.3. A beautiful poncho from Chiapas. 100% cotton with handmade ties with fringes on the sides. 34” wide x 38” long. $175. #4.4. Cute little handwoven pullover scarf from Puebla. $10. SOLD 4.5 Free-form machine embroidered blouse from Tlahuitoltepec. Sturdy cotton. 20” wide x 24” long. $75. SOLD 4.6. From the Chinantla region of Oaxaca, where the Flor de Piña dance originated. Have you seen this huipil at the Guelaguetza? A true collector’s piece! 26” wide x 48” long. $595 SOLD. 4.7. Designed by Living Textiles of Mexico’ Sheri Brautigam, a pullover scarf made fromTenancingo ikat woven cotton and fine crochet joinery. One size. $45. #4.8. Dreamweavers from Pinotepa de Don Luis, Oaxaca collection piece. Backstrap loom woven. Wine red threads embellish traditional designs with handspun cotton. 31” wide x 49” long. $495 —way less than what I paid for it!#4.9. From Remigio Mestas and Los Baules de Juana Cata, a naturally dyed poncho made on the backstrap loom. 42” wide x. 32” long. $345 SOLD 4.10. A pullover scarf from Puebla, lacy. One size. $10. #4.11. Vintage embroidered blouse from the Chatino people in the mountains above Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. Lacy crochet trim and a gathered neckline that is adjustable. Look at those poinsettias. Perfect for Christmas. 18” across front of bodice and 29” long. $250.
SOLD 4.12. Yes. I’m letting this go. Way too big. The most gorgeous weaving from Dreamweavers in Pinotepa de Don Luis. Indigo and caracol púrpura. Look at all those figures. Months to make. By Amada. 29” wide x 29” long. $375.
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Eric Chavez Santiago is tri-lingual --Spanish, English, Zapotec.
Eric was founding director of education, Museo Textil de Oaxaca + folk art expert
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January 8-15, 2026: Oaxaca Textiles, Craft + Culture Tour Plus Workshops with Taos Wools. Participate in weaving, natural dyeing workshops, and hand-spinning experience. Explore the Tlacolula Market, meet artisans, immerse yourself in Zapotec culture and history. In collaboration with Taos Wools.
January 22-February 2, 2026:Guatemala, Here We Come. A cultural immersion tour into the textiles and folk art of Mayan people. Off-the-Beaten-Path. Adventure travel. Into the rainforest. Indigo dye workshop and MORE!
March 3-11, 2026: Chiapas Textile Study Tour: Deep Into the Maya World. Based in San Cristobal de las Casas, we introduce you to some of the best weavers in the region, into off-the-beaten-path remote villages where culture and tradition remain strong.
Oaxaca Coast Textile Study Tour -- January 2026
Michoacan Monarch Buttterflies, Folk Art + Textiles -- Early February 2026
Oaxaca has the largest and most diverse textile culture in Mexico! Learn about it.
When you visit Oaxaca immerse yourself in our textile culture: How is indigenous clothing made, what is the best value, most economical, finest available. Suitable for adults only. Set your own dates.
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Ruta del Mezcal One-Day Tour.We start the day with a pottery master and then have lunch with a traditional Oaxaca Cook, who is the mole-making expert. In Mitla, we meet with our favorite flying shuttle loom weaver, and then finish off with a mezcal tasting at a palenque you may NEVER find on your own! Schedule at your convenience!
Teotitlan del Valle Map with select rug weavers, restaurants, village attractions
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