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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Huipiles are one of a kind tunic shirts traditionally worn by Mayan women throughout Guatemala. The huipil blouse is crafted using three pieces of material that are sewn together, creating a boxy oversized. It features a variety of Mayan weaving patterns, Maya glyphs as well as other unique Mayan symbols and meanings. The pronunciation of huipil is “whip-eel”. A traditional huipil is made out of cotton, and is woven by hand. Huipiles are traditional Mayan art. To learn more about traditional huipiles click here: https://www.makariosartesanos.com/copy-of-traditional-art
A Guatemalan woman’s huipil is very significant in Mayan culture and indicates her social status, place of birth or the specific town where she lives. A Mayan woman is able to express her unique identity through her traditional huipil and traje. Mayan weaving patterns and Mayan weaving designs create the basis of traditional Guatemalan textiles known as huipiles and Mayan textiles. The variety of colours, patterns and designs allow Mayan women to freely express themselves through each unique traje and huipil. These unique Guatemalan weavings and textiles are created by backstrap weaving, an ancient mayan weaving process. Huipiles are beautiful creations of wearable art with a variety of huipil symbols integrated into the authentic Guatemalan clothing.To learn more please see the following page: https://www.makariosartesanos.com/copy-of-traditional-art
Makario'S Artesanos will ship our your order within 1-3 business days. We send out shipments Monday - Friday. We do not ship on holidays or weekends. Once the package is shipped out it will take between 10-15 business days to arrive.
If there is a delay to your order we will connect with you via email. If you would like to cancel your order before it has been shipped we request that you contact us through email at sales@makariosartesanos.com.
Please be aware that customs and duties taxes may be charged by your country upon arrival. All duties and taxes must be paid upon delivery. Makario'S Artesanos is not responsible for these duties and taxes.
If we have been given an incorrect postage address, Makario'S will not be liable nor responsible for providing a refund for the purchase made. However, if for some reason your package does not arrive please contact us and we will happily look into any issues that may have arisen.
Our Handmade Bags support the local econmy here in Guatemala. We provide work to the Indegenous population, many of whom do not have other work opportunites. We pay our makes a fair salary that is above minimum wage and offer them a safe place to work. They also receive annual bonuses. We also pay all of the weavers a fair wage for their work, and provide financial support to those in need when necessary.
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