Expand your appreciation for original, symbolic weaving with the Flamingo (Flamenco) Throw Pillow, a testament to the artistry of Guatemalan weavers. Guatemala is renowned for the intricate animal motifs featured in their huipiles, where each figure carries cultural significance and reflects a deep connection to nature. Birds, in particular, are powerful symbols in Maya textiles—representing freedom, perspective, and the bridge between earth and sky. Woven on a backstrap loom, this design is more than representation—it’s an artistic interpretation of the natural world as seen through the weavers’ eyes. Every thread captures the essence of their surroundings, blending tradition with personal expression to create a piece that is both meaningful and visually striking. This particular design serves as an homage to Regan’s love of coastal landscape and native wildlife, translated through traditional Mayan techniques into a vibrant, symbolic form.
This pillow features the brocade technique, where the weaver lifts each warp thread individually with her finger and places a supplementary weft thread in a contrasting color to create the bird’s shape. Row by row, she adjusts the threads she selects, resulting in a pattern that only becomes visible once the full figure is woven. She does this entirely from memory—without sketching—drawing inspiration from physical samples handed down through generations and her own imagination.
The playful pom pom tassels that finish the piece are handmade in Guatemala as well—crafted by Irma using winding yarn tightly around a template, then carefully trimming and shaping each pom to achieve its soft, full form. Often used in traditional dress and decor, these tassels add a joyful, textural element that celebrates both heritage and handwork.
PRODUCTION TIME: 19 Hours
Expand your appreciation for original, symbolic weaving with the Flamingo (Flamenco) Throw Pillow, a testament to the artistry of Guatemalan weavers. Guatemala is renowned for the intricate animal motifs featured in their huipiles, where each figure carries cultural significance and reflects a deep connection to nature. Birds, in particular, are powerful symbols in Maya textiles—representing freedom, perspective, and the bridge between earth and sky. Woven on a backstrap loom, this design is more than representation—it’s an artistic interpretation of the natural world as seen through the weavers’ eyes. Every thread captures the essence of their surroundings, blending tradition with personal expression to create a piece that is both meaningful and visually striking. This particular design serves as an homage to Regan’s love of coastal landscape and native wildlife, translated through traditional Mayan techniques into a vibrant, symbolic form.
This pillow features the brocade technique, where the weaver lifts each warp thread individually with her finger and places a supplementary weft thread in a contrasting color to create the bird’s shape. Row by row, she adjusts the threads she selects, resulting in a pattern that only becomes visible once the full figure is woven. She does this entirely from memory—without sketching—drawing inspiration from physical samples handed down through generations and her own imagination.
The playful pom pom tassels that finish the piece are handmade in Guatemala as well—crafted by Irma using winding yarn tightly around a template, then carefully trimming and shaping each pom to achieve its soft, full form. Often used in traditional dress and decor, these tassels add a joyful, textural element that celebrates both heritage and handwork.
PRODUCTION TIME: 19 Hours
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