The wantana is a typical accessory in several Peruvian communities; a handwoven cord or tie ending in a threaded tassel at both ends can be used for many things: you can see them used on hats as hatbands or chin straps. Can also be used to tie up your despacho cloth to carry your Pachamama offering to the ceremonial site.
Edged with many tiny beads called pini. Let us pick one for you. Sold individually. Thread and bead color may vary from picture. Length may vary from about 38"- 48". From the Q'ero of Peru.
Made in Peru, this striped knitted face mask with contrasting eyebrows and face is a perfect blend of tradition and fashion.
It comes in various styles, including rainbow stripes or a combination of solid colors and thin rainbow stripes. The mask is designed to be pulled over the head and features openings for the eyes, nose, and mouth. This type of mask is called a "waq'ollos" in Quechua, a local dialect in Peru. It is traditionally worn during the Peruvian Festival of Qoyllur Riti, also known as the "Lord of the Snow Star" ceremonies. It can also be worn on the slopes or in the snow.
The mask measures 13 inches long by 9.5 inches wide when laid flat, and is designed to fit most faces.
Our 100% silk golden yellow Tibetan Khata Ceremonial Scarf features the Eight Auspicious Symbols lightly woven in white into the fabric. These scarves are sometimes referred to as a khada, khadag or hada. They are traditional ceremonial scarves common in Tibetan culture. Khatas can be presented at any festive occasions to a host or at weddings, funerals, births, graduation, arrivals and departure of guests, etc.
The Tibetans commonly give a kind acknowledgment of Tashi Delek (meaning Good Luck) at the time of presenting. The Dalai Lama is known to offer khata as a gift to diplomats, visitors, or other monks, which symbolizes purity of intention and the beginning of the relationship. Made in Nepal.
Bead-trimmed woven tie, or watana, can be used for many things, so tie one on: on your hat, around your mesa bundle, or your despacho cloth. Sold individually. Various traditional patterns. Length: 38 to 48 inches. Let us pick one for you. From the Q'ero of Peru.
The wantana is a typical clothing accessory in several Peruvian communities. This handwoven cord or tie can be used for many things: tie one on your hat as a stylish hatband or chin strap, weave it into your hair or other hair ornaments; use it to tie up your despacho cloth to carry your Pachamama offering to the ceremonial site or whatever else you want to adorn with beauty, color or add functionality! Edged with many tiny beads called pini. This one is rainbow colored. From the Q'ero of Peru.
Somewhere over the rainbow is our watana tie, handwoven from natural dyed yarns into a striped rainbow color design. Embellished with tiny white beads called pini on either edge. Use this handy cord to wrap around your mesa bundle, as a hatband, and use whenever you want to adorn with beauty and functionality! Tie one on. From the Sacred Valley of Peru.
This wide, rustic and sturdy, gently used belt beautifully conveys the Peruvian Andean weavers traditional designs. These are intricate patterns and iconography of items important in their lives. Each icon has a specific meaning some only known to the weaver herself. Reversible. Belts can be worn, used as ties or straps or used as an overlay on ground mesas or altars. Made in the Sacred Valley of Peru.
This rustic and sturdy belt beautifully conveys the Peruvian Andean weavers traditional weaving designs. These are intricate patterns and iconography of items important in their lives. Each icon has a specific meaning, some only known to the weaver herself. Belts can be worn, used as ties or straps or used as an overlay on ground mesas or altars. Made in the Sacred Valley of Peru.
Our soft yet strong wool South American sling is made by Peruvian craftspeople in the South Andes. The Peruvian word for a sling is huaraca. Just like in ancient Andean civilizations, such as the Inca Empire, this sling is made from llama and alpaca wool and constructed in contrasting colors, with complex braiding and fine workmanship in beautiful patterns.
Small loop closure. Decorative. Does not have weapon cradle like other slings.
Rustic belt beautifully conveys the Chincheros traditional weaving designs, intricate patterns and iconography of items important in their lives. Features include a geometric diamond design with a curvy S-like symbol.
Oftentimes designs like these are said to represent items from the agricultural influence of their lives: hoes, holes, furrows and fields. Reversible. The designs are woven to produce an image with positive color and weave effect on one side and opposite color and weave effect of the same image on the reverse.
Choice of color family. Size may vary by a couple inches (44" long x 2" wide)
Hand woven tie, or watana, can be used for many things, so tie one on: on your hat, around your mesa bundle, or your despacho cloth. Sold individually. Various traditional patterns. Length: 38to 48 inches. Let us pick one for you. From the Q'ero of Peru.
This wide, rustic and sturdy, beautifully conveys the Peruvian Andean weavers traditional designs of intricate patterns and iconography of items important in their lives. Each icon has a specific meaning, some only known to the weaver herself. Reversible. Belts can be worn, used as ties or straps or used as an overlay on ground mesas or altars. Made in the Sacred Valley of Peru.