Gudi Perez
of San Antonio Palopó, Sololá
Gudi, a second-generation foot loom weaver, is the youngest artisan we collaborate with. Supporting the next generation of weavers is essential to preserving Guatemala’s rich textile heritage, and Gudi embodies this mission with his eagerness to learn and experiment with new techniques. He works from his family’s weaving workshop, perched on the top floor of their home, where breathtaking views of Lake Atitlán and its three surrounding volcanoes provide endless inspiration. Creativity runs deep in his family—his siblings specialize in painting, backstrap weaving, and ceramics, each contributing to a legacy of artistry.
Shop Products By Gudi Perez
Bold stripes and vibrant hues come together in this heirloom throw, handwoven by Gudi from soft cotton for a balance of comfort and tradition. Inspired by Camino—Spanish for “road”—this design honors the journeys we take in life, both physical and personal. In Guatemalan culture, roads connect people, places, and generations. The shift in stripe direction is an artistic nod to life’s unexpected turns—moments of change, growth, and new perspective.
The palette celebrates the vibrant color language of Guatemalan textiles: pink for love and celebration, orange for warmth and energy, lavender for peace and spirituality, green for nature and renewal, and blue for the sky and water—symbols of grounding and expansiveness.
Finished with hand-knotted tassels by Irma, each one carefully wrapped, tied, and trimmed by hand, this piece is a true labor of love. The throw is backed with solid handwoven fabric for added weight and durability, making it a meaningful, artful layer that brings depth and story to any space.
PRODUCTION TIME: 90 Hours
See available samples here: SAMPLES
Bold stripes and vibrant hues come together in this heirloom standard sham, handwoven by Gudi from soft cotton for a balance of comfort and tradition. Inspired by Camino—Spanish for “road”—the design honors life’s many journeys. In Guatemalan culture, roads symbolize connection across people, places, and generations. The shift in stripe direction reflects the unexpected turns in our paths—moments of change, growth, and new perspective.
The palette draws from the rich color language of Guatemalan textiles: pink for love and celebration, orange for warmth and energy, lavender for peace and spirituality, green for nature and renewal, and blue for sky and water—symbols of grounding and expansiveness.
Finished with hand-knotted tassels by Irma—each carefully wrapped, tied, and trimmed—this sham is a testament to the artistry and care woven into every detail. Backed with solid handwoven fabric for added structure and longevity, it brings vibrant heritage and thoughtful design to the layered bed.
PRODUCTION TIME: 12 Hours
See available samples here: SAMPLES
Vibrant hues and rhythmic, repetitive lines come together in this heirloom euro sham, handwoven by Gudi from soft cotton for a balance of comfort and tradition. Inspired by Camino—Spanish for “road”—the design honors life’s many journeys. In Guatemalan culture, roads symbolize connection between people, places, and generations. The structured lines create a sense of movement and space, balancing positive and negative with intention.
The palette draws from the rich color language of Guatemalan textiles: pink for love and celebration, orange for warmth and energy, lavender for peace and spirituality, green for nature and renewal, and blue for sky and water—symbols of grounding and expansiveness. Subtle contrast comes through in the hand-knotted tassels by Irma, each one wrapped, tied, and trimmed by hand in a complementary hue. Backed with solid handwoven fabric for added structure and longevity, this sham brings depth, meaning, and refined craftsmanship to the layered bed.
PRODUCTION TIME: 10 Hours
See available samples here: SAMPLES
Vibrant hues and rhythmic, repetitive lines come together in this heirloom throw pillow, handwoven by Gudi from soft cotton for a balance of comfort and tradition. Inspired by Camino—Spanish for “road”—the design honors life’s many journeys. In Guatemalan culture, roads represent connection between people, places, and generations. The structured lines create a sense of movement and spaciousness, thoughtfully balancing positive and negative space.
The palette draws from the rich color language of Guatemalan textiles: orange for warmth and energy, and blue for sky and water—symbols of vitality and grounding. Finished by Irma with handcrafted cord trim, this pillow brings depth, meaning, and refined craftsmanship to any bed, sofa, or chair.
PRODUCTION TIME: 9 Hours
See available samples here: SAMPLES
Handwoven on a traditional footloom by Gudi, this pillow reflects the meditative rhythm of the artisan's craft—a central aspect of Guatemalan weaving. For many weavers, the steady, repetitive motion of creating textiles is not only a livelihood but also a form of mindfulness, passed down through generations. The stripe pattern, or rayas, is a common and meaningful motif found across the country, often inspired by the natural world—mountain ridges, rows of crops, or the flow of rivers. These lines carry deep cultural resonance, symbolizing continuity, connection, and landscape.
Stripes also serve a functional and aesthetic purpose in design, adding visual depth and subtle texture that invites layering. Their clean geometry can ground a space or add dimension when mixed with other patterns. In this piece, the refined rayas are rendered in timeless, versatile hues that allow the pillow to integrate effortlessly into a range of interiors, while celebrating the heritage and artistry of Guatemalan weaving.
PRODUCTION TIME: 5 Hours
See available samples here: SAMPLES