Natural Dyes All Wool Table Runner from Mexico 'Blue Mesa' Item ID: 2669931661
$129.99This is your own listing item.
- 0.93 lbs
- 58 inches L x 8.8 inches W
- Fringe: 2.4 inches L
- Pile height: 0.3 inches H
- 100% wool
- Dry cleaning recommended
- Hand-crafted item -- color
- size and/or motif may vary slightly
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"I was born in the weaving town of Teotitlan, so it was natural for me to in weaving on the traditional loom. Zapotec is my first language and I speak very little Spanish. My husband Alberto is another featured artist who specializes in Zapotec rugs and textiles.
"My childhood was a happy one, growing up with parents who specialize in the chicote, or treadle loom, which was introduced in Oaxaca by Spanish religious orders during colonial times. What is unique about this loom is that it is completely built out of wood.
"My parents taught me how to weave when I was 15 years old, and the first piece I worked on was a rebozo shawl, which I gave to my mom as a Mother's Day gift.
"The fact that this is an art form we have inherited from our ancestors made me decide to preserve it by continuing to weave.
"I work with virgin wool, which I dye with colors from natural plants and seeds, such as indigo for blue, cochineal for red and orange, and a flower we call pericon for yellow. I also use the marigold flower and for black, I use acacia thorns.
"I've been weaving since the 1980s and, in 2002, I set up my own workshop where I specialize in shawls and bedspreads. The most challenging aspect of starting on my own was having a place where I could exhibit my creations. I don't speak Spanish very well, and I struggle to understand it, so there were moments when I felt exasperated by it all. However, this is something I've been overcoming little by little and, thanks to my husband and children, I now understand Spanish better.
"Working with you means that now I have a place where I can display my work and, for that, I thank you."
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17 Reviews for
Carmen Ruiz
October 27, 2020
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Andrea
Well made and very pretty. Great summer time light placemat and print.
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October 20, 2020
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Carolyn
These are not hefty placemats but they are colorful and nice.
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August 27, 2020
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Selvamalar
I’m really like this material handmade design is wonderful
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November 15, 2018
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Linda
Visual is so beautiful and a lot of attention was paid to details. My main complaint with a lot of pieces I've ordered online is that the edges fray constantly because they're just not securedin any way. The long edges of this shawl are all perfectly finished so that there's No threads coming loose and pulling off. I also absolutely love the lattice work at the short edges Connecting the woven s... read more
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August 25, 2018
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Wendy
This rebozo is as beautiful as I hoped it would be. It's versatile and elegant, and the accent thread has a gloss to it that looks faintly pink-grey, like the inside of a shell. Love it.
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August 25, 2018
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Wendy
This rebozo is the perfect classic Mexican pink. The accent thread is a soft mango yellow with a lovely sheen to it. So lovely, I cannot wait to wear it!
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April 15, 2018
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Alice
I like the weave, the look, the lovely blue color of this exquisite shawl! I saw this rebozo, had to have it, so I bought it... wonderful purchase!
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November 4, 2017
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Barbara
These lovely woven placemats are just perfect!The bright colors will make for a very happy table!
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April 27, 2017
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Patricia
I am very happy with the quality and artistic aspects of the placements!
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April 1, 2017
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Debra
These place mats are well-made, colorful, and work perfectly on my kitchen table, Very nice design, too.
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August 24, 2016
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Emily
This beautiful rebozo shawl is just exquisite! It brings back so many childhood memories. I grew up in Mexico and my mother had a similar shawl when I was growing up. I always wanted one, but we left Mexico when I was 14, before I was old enough for my family to let me have one. I treasure this rebozo! Thank you for the hard work you put into it Carmen! I know it took many hours of work to make.E... read more
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May 17, 2022
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Patricia
What a beautiful shawl! My sister in law was thrilled with my gift. She couldn't say enough about the quality and exquisite color. I am very pleased that I ordered it for her. She can now snuggle up in a stylish elegant manner when she is chilly.
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July 8, 2021
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Jennifer
This is such a wonderful hand made shawl. The quality is outstanding . i get so many positive compliments on the beauty of the workman ship!
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May 27, 2021
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Muriel
It is very Iovely the colour is fantastic. I am giviing it to a grand daughter for her birthday
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April 27, 2021
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Sharon
Always colorful and cheerful, this placemat perks up any supper or meal/snack. I never get tired of it.
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November 15, 2018
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Linda
Visual is so beautiful and a lot of attention was paid to details. My main complaint with a lot of pieces I've ordered online is that the edges fray constantly because they're just not securedin any way. The long edges of this shawl are all perfectly finished so that there's No threads coming loose and pulling off. I also absolutely love the lattice work at the short edges Connecting the woven shawl to the fringe.The subtle rose pattern at the ends are so pretty And lend an even greater elegance to the whole thing piece. I highly recommend this shawl.
August 24, 2016
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Emily
This beautiful rebozo shawl is just exquisite! It brings back so many childhood memories. I grew up in Mexico and my mother had a similar shawl when I was growing up. I always wanted one, but we left Mexico when I was 14, before I was old enough for my family to let me have one. I treasure this rebozo! Thank you for the hard work you put into it Carmen! I know it took many hours of work to make.Este rebozo es pero bien preciosa y trae a mi mente muchos recuerdos de Mexico. Creci alli desde que fui bebé hasta que tuve catorce años de edad. Este rebozo es mi tesoro! Gracias por hacerlo Carmen! Se' que tomo muchas horas de trabajo para hacer.
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"I was born in the weaving town of Teotitlan, so it was natural for me to in weaving on the traditional loom. Zapotec is my first language and I speak very little Spanish. My husband Alberto is another featured artist who specializes in Zapotec rugs and textiles.
"My childhood was a happy one, growing up with parents who specialize in the chicote, or treadle loom, which was introduced in Oaxaca by Spanish religious orders during colonial times. What is unique about this loom is that it is completely built out of wood.
"My parents taught me how to weave when I was 15 years old, and the first piece I worked on was a rebozo shawl, which I gave to my mom as a Mother's Day gift.
"The fact that this is an art form we have inherited from our ancestors made me decide to preserve it by continuing to weave.
"I work with virgin wool, which I dye with colors from natural plants and seeds, such as indigo for blue, cochineal for red and orange, and a flower we call pericon for yellow. I also use the marigold flower and for black, I use acacia thorns.
"I've been weaving since the 1980s and, in 2002, I set up my own workshop where I specialize in shawls and bedspreads. The most challenging aspect of starting on my own was having a place where I could exhibit my creations. I don't speak Spanish very well, and I struggle to understand it, so there were moments when I felt exasperated by it all. However, this is something I've been overcoming little by little and, thanks to my husband and children, I now understand Spanish better.
"Working with you means that now I have a place where I can display my work and, for that, I thank you."
"My childhood was a happy one, growing up with parents who specialize in the chicote, or treadle loom, which was introduced in Oaxaca by Spanish religious orders during colonial times. What is unique about this loom is that it is completely built out of wood.
"My parents taught me how to weave when I was 15 years old, and the first piece I worked on was a rebozo shawl, which I gave to my mom as a Mother's Day gift.
"The fact that this is an art form we have inherited from our ancestors made me decide to preserve it by continuing to weave.
"I work with virgin wool, which I dye with colors from natural plants and seeds, such as indigo for blue, cochineal for red and orange, and a flower we call pericon for yellow. I also use the marigold flower and for black, I use acacia thorns.
"I've been weaving since the 1980s and, in 2002, I set up my own workshop where I specialize in shawls and bedspreads. The most challenging aspect of starting on my own was having a place where I could exhibit my creations. I don't speak Spanish very well, and I struggle to understand it, so there were moments when I felt exasperated by it all. However, this is something I've been overcoming little by little and, thanks to my husband and children, I now understand Spanish better.
"Working with you means that now I have a place where I can display my work and, for that, I thank you."
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