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100% HANDMADE
MORE HUMANS, LESS MACHINES
CRAFTED BY ARTISANS
A huipil (pronounced wee-peel) is made of 100% cotton and can take up to 4 months to complete. It has deep cultural significance amongst indigenous communities. They are filled with patterns, colours, and symbolism that represents their cultural and spiritual identity. Each unique weaving pattern belongs to a specific town or region.
consciously made using
AUTHENTIC TRADITIONAL TECHNIQUES
A backstrap loom is an ancient method employed by indigenous weavers. The loom is tied to a pillar and around the waist of the artisan. Their bodies are part of the weaving process, as they lean forward and backwards to tighten or loosen the tension.
All our items are handmade in small batches by independent artisans and women cooperatives who incorporate their heritage and traditional techniques into every thread and stitch. Each product is a result of a thoughtful, careful creative process, and hard work to source natural high-quality materials.
The cushions and placemats crafted by our partner artisans are made in a pedal loom using 100% cotton. The leather we employ in our handbags is a by-product of the meat industry, locally sourced and handled by our talented leather artisans in small home workshops. All the cutting, stitching, and tooling is done by hand.
SLOW MADE, WELL MADE
MINDFUL production
We are aware of the impact mass-produced fabrics have on our ecosystem, which is why we are committed to using upcycled vintage textiles in our bags. We chose to reuse existing textiles instead of creating new fabrics, extending the life of these valuable traditional garments, and minimizing waste.
ETHICAL AND FAIR TRADE
We keep a transparent, honest relationship with everyone involved in Luna Bonita. We partner directly with artisans in remote areas of Guatemala to source and develop our items. It is important for us to create fair wages and empower them to use their voice, which is why they set their own prices and payment terms.
We support non-factory working conditions. The artisans set their own schedules and they typically work at home, or in small family-owned workshops. This flexibility allows them to have enough time to take care of their families while generating income.
*Images by Trama Textiles