Category Archives: Wayuu culture
Why I Quite Selling 1T Thread Wayuu Bags
In my journey of selling Wayuu bags, each thread woven into the fabric tells a [...]
Feb
The Mythical Spider Behind Wayúu Bags (Walekeru)
Things in Colombia are always magical. The most ordinary things are made extraordinary. And [...]
Jun
The Beauty of the Wayúu Language: Wayuunaiki
Although approximately 32% of Wayúu people speak Spanish, their native language is called Wayuunaiki. [...]
Jun
Meet Cecilia: “I’m passionate about reviving traditional weaving”
As part of our ‘Meet Our Indigenous Wayúu Artisans’ series, which introduces our indigenous Wayúu [...]
Jun
6 Important Facts About Wayúu Religion and Spirituality You Should Know
Religion is the guiding light for billions of people on Earth, all believing in a [...]
Jun
Meet Alejandrina: “I Want my Daughter to Have Choices”
As part of our ‘Meet Our Indigenous Wayuu Artisans’ series, which introduces our indigenous Wayuu [...]
May
Meet Rosa: “I’ve Learnt it’s Possible to Earn a Stable Income from Doing What I Love”
As part of our ‘Meet Our Indigenous Wayuu Artisans’ series, which introduces our indigenous Wayuu [...]
May
This is the True Meaning of Love for the Wayúu Community
Love in the Wayúu community comes in many different forms, and it can be very [...]
May
Meet Hayson: “My Creativity Led Me Towards Crocheting”
As part of our ‘Meet Our Indigenous Wayuu Artisans’ series, which introduces our indigenous Wayuu [...]
Apr
12 Magical Facts About Wayuú Culture That You Didn’t Know Before
There are around 102 different indigenous communities in Colombia, and each group has its own [...]
Apr