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BLUE ALCHEMY: STORIES OF INDIGO is a feature-length documentary about indigo and the remarkable people around the globe reviving indigo production.
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Hundreds of vintage and fascinating full-color photos illustrate this bilingual book that explores the traditional weavers of Chinchero, Peru, at work on their traditional dress and costume. From shearing the wool and dyeing and spinning the yarn to the final weaving on traditional backstrap looms, all the aspects of this traditional art are detailed.
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An introduction and overview to the rich and varied textile heritage of the Cusco region. If you own Andean textiles, or purchase some from ClothRoads, this little catalog is a fine accompaniment, giving the story behind the cloth.
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A richly illustrated, bilingual book, this guide visits 20 villages in the Chiapas Highlands to showcase their stunning handwoven cloth while also providing an insider’s look into their history, folklore, festivals, traditions, and daily lives.
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A richly illustrated look at Andean weaving, which embodies the living history and culture of the Peruvian highlands, this guide extensively catalogs many of the intricate patterns found in traditional Peruvian textiles.
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Drawing upon the richness of sights, sounds and beauty of the people and landscape of Oaxaca, Mexico, this DVD provides a fascinating look at contemporary Zapotec weavers from six different villages
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Textiles are truly the cultural wealth of Guatemala, this book celebrates the craftsmanship with scores of contemporary pieces shown in full color, along with vignettes from the weavers about their lives, exploring the personal histories of the people who sustain this tradition. Profits from the sale of the book go to Friendship Bridge, a microlending organization that supports Guatemalan weavers.
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