One-of-a-Kind Cotton Corte Blanket
One-of-a-kind vintage Guatemalan cotton corte blanket, finished with a hand-embroidered randa seam by artisans at Ruth & Naomi. Use as a throw, bed accent, picnic blanket, beach blanket, or artisan tablecloth.
Description
Made from a vintage Guatemalan corte — the traditional skirt fabric worn by many Maya women — this one-of-a-kind cotton blanket brings color, history, and beautiful handwoven texture into everyday life. Each blanket is created from repurposed vintage cotton textile and joined by artisans at Ruth & Naomi with a decorative hand-embroidered seam called a randa.
Ultra-cozy, colorful, and full of joyful craftsmanship, this blanket is perfect as a sofa throw, bed accent, picnic blanket, beach blanket, or relaxed artisan tablecloth. It is the kind of piece that makes a home feel collected, not decorated — useful, beautiful, and full of story.
Because each blanket is made from vintage handwoven textile, no two are exactly alike. Once this one sells, this exact piece will not be available again.
One-of-a-kind
60 x 76 inches
100% cotton
Details
Material: Vintage handwoven cotton corte textile
Origin: Guatemala
Artisan Partner: Ruth & Naomi, Chichicastenango, Guatemala
Technique: Foot-loom woven textile, joined with a hand-embroidered randa seam
Color: Multicolor; each blanket has a unique palette and pattern
Size: Approximately 60 x 76 inches
Care: Machine wash cold; line dry or tumble dry low
Use: Throw blanket, bed blanket, picnic blanket, beach blanket, tablecloth, or heirloom textile
Availability: One-of-a-kind; only one available
Handmade Vintage
This product is made with handmade, upcycled fabric. We believe the minor imperfections associated with vintage fabric are part of the charm and uniqueness of the item. We do our best to take photos that accurately represent the true colors and worn nature of the handwoven fabric, but colors vary across monitors, and photos can’t highlight all aspects of a product.
30-Day Return Policy
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One-of-a-Kind
No two cotton corte blankets are exactly alike. If this piece is available, the blanket pictured is the exact one you will receive.
If it has already found its home, browse our available cotton corte blankets to find another vintage Guatemalan textile with its own story.
What Makes this Blanket Special
Each cotton corte blanket begins as a vintage Mayan textile, originally woven to be worn as a skirt. The fabric is soft but sturdy, with the kind of character that only comes from handwoven cloth and years of life.
Rather than creating something new from scratch, these blankets give existing textiles a beautiful second chapter. They carry the skill of the original weaver, the care of the artisans who transform them, and the joyful practicality of a piece meant to be used often.
About the Randa Seam
Down the center of each blanket is a decorative hand-embroidered seam called a randa. Traditionally, a randa joins two woven panels together.
On these blankets, it becomes both a practical detail and a little work of art — a quiet reminder that skilled hands touched every step.
Care Instructions
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle. Line dry or tumble dry low.
Because this piece is made from vintage cotton textile, gentle care will help preserve its color, texture, and character. Slight variations and signs of prior life are part of the beauty of vintage handwoven cloth.
How to Use a Cotton Corte Blanket
At Home
Layer it over a sofa, chair, or bed for instant warmth, color, and handwoven texture.
At the Table
Let it double as an artisan tablecloth for casual dinners, holidays, or gathered-around-the-table moments.
Outside
Use it as a picnic or beach blanket — pretty enough for photos, sturdy enough for real life.
As an Heirloom
Each piece is made from vintage textile, so every blanket has a story already woven in.
A Beautiful Second Life for Vintage Textiles
These blankets are made from vintage cotton cortes, giving already-existing handwoven textiles a new purpose. Instead of sitting unused, each textile becomes a practical, beautiful piece for the home — one that honors the original weaving while keeping handmade materials in use for years to come.
It is a more thoughtful way to bring color, craft, and global design into your home without creating something new from the ground up.
Meet the Artisans
Ruth & Naomi Cooperative
These blankets are finished by artisans at Ruth & Naomi, a cooperative in Chichicastenango, Guatemala. The cooperative was founded to create dignified income opportunities for women and families in the community, and their work reflects generations of textile knowledge, careful craftsmanship, and deep respect for Mayan weaving traditions.
We work directly with Ruth & Naomi to transform vintage cortes into blankets designed for modern homes — pieces that honor traditional textiles while giving them a new and useful life.
FAQ
What is a corte blanket?
A cotton corte blanket is made from a vintage Guatemalan corte, the traditional skirt fabric worn by many Maya women. Intertwined’s corte blankets are created by joining two panels of vintage handwoven cotton textile with a decorative hand-embroidered seam.
Is each blanket one-of-a-kind?
Yes. Each cotton corte blanket is made from vintage textile, so the colors, patterns, and details are unique. Once a specific blanket sells, that exact piece will not be available again.
How can I use a cotton corte blanket?
Use it as a sofa throw, bed blanket, picnic blanket, beach blanket, artisan tablecloth, or decorative textile. It is beautiful enough to display and practical enough to use.
Is the blanket washable?
Yes. We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and line drying or tumble drying low.
Why are the sizes slightly different?
Because these blankets are made from vintage handwoven textiles, each one varies slightly in size. That variation is part of what makes each piece unique.