From a Maya Woman’s Back to Yours: How Our Huipil Bags Are Made
A customer wrote to me recently asking about the bag she’d purchased as a gift for her sister. Her sister had owned a Guatemalan handwoven bag before, and she wanted...
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Would I change the mistakes? Maybe. But then what?
I've been reading Stephen King's 11/22/63. Yes, it's a Stephen King novel, but not the scary kind (or at least not in the monster-under-the-bed way). It's about a man who travels...
How to Spot Handblown Recycled Glassware: 6 Clues to Look For
There is something about handblown glassware that feels different before you even know the story. Maybe it’s the tiny bubbles suspended in the glass. Maybe it’s the slight variation in...
Looking for a Kantha Quilt or Frazada Alternative? Meet the Cotton Corte Blanket
If you love the look of kantha quilts or frazadas — colorful, one-of-a-kind textile layers that bring warmth, pattern, and a sense of collected beauty to a home — you...
From Brokenness to Beauty: Handblown Glassware by Copavic
It’s been a heavy season in the United States, and like many of you, I sometimes find myself weary of wondering what kind of future my children will inherit. But...
Bikes, Baskets & Bravery: How Ugandan Women Are Pedaling Toward a Brighter Future
When you hear the words World Bicycle Day, your mind might jump to childhood rides, scenic trails, or a breezy weekend hobby. But for one of Intertwined’s inspiring artisan partners,...