guatemalan dolls

Worry dolls or muñecas quitapenas guarantee you will not have to preoccupy with any troubles because if you place them under your pillow, they will help you overcome your fears and anxieties. This is the belief that dates back to Mayan times in Guatemala which artisan Hector Ponce pays tribute to with a set of four worry dolls handcrafted from cotton, cibaque fibers and cotton cord in the shape of a man dressed in lively colors without a care in the world.

$34

Cotton worry dolls, 'Quietness' (set of 4) - Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Men Worry Dolls

Quietness Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Men Worry Dolls

Hector Ponce

A giraffe, an iguana, a sloth bear and a panther cheerfully coexist and bond in the jungle. They are not just decorative accents, but also worry dolls linked to Guatemalan traditions that believe they can take your troubles away if you put them under your pillow. Designed by artisan Hector Ponce, the colorful wild friends are crafted by hand using cotton, cibaque fibers and cotton cord.

$29

Cotton worry dolls, 'My Jungle Friends' (set of 4) - Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Animal Worry Dolls

My Jungle Friends Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Animal Worry Dolls

Hector Ponce

Adorable grey and brown sloth bear dolls are charming decorative accents for any space. But cuteness aside, they are also worry dolls that are placed under the pillow to help you send your troubles away while you sleep as Guatemalan traditions state. Artisan Hector Ponce designs this set of four worry dolls handcrafted from cotton, cibaque fibers and cotton cord.

$29

Cotton worry dolls, 'Sloth Bears' (set of 4) - 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Sloth Bear Worry Dolls

Sloth Bears 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Sloth Bear Worry Dolls

Hector Ponce

Charming trees with human forms are depicted in this delightful set of four worry dolls or muñecas quitapenas, traditional Guatemalan dolls believed to magically take your worries away by placing them under your pillow. Meticulously handcrafted from cotton, cibaque fibers and cotton cord, the lovely dolls are designed by artisan Hector Ponce whose inspiration was the ceiba tree, Guatemala's national tree which was considered sacred by the Mayans.

$29

Cotton worry dolls, 'Mayan Trees' (set of 4) - Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Tree Worry Dolls

Mayan Trees Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Tree Worry Dolls

Hector Ponce

Artisan Hector Ponce honors two traditions of his native Guatemala: the ceiba tree, which was considered sacred by the Mayans and is his country's national tree, and the muñecas quitapenas or worry dolls that are believed to take any trouble away if placed under the pillow before going to sleep. He designs a colorful worry doll of a ceiba tree in human form handmade with cotton, cibaque fibers and cotton cord.

$29

Mayan Tree Cotton and Cibaque Tree Worry Doll Handcrafted in Guatemala

Hector Ponce

A man dressed in bright colors without a care in the world is depicted in this lovely worry doll designed by artisan Hector Ponce and handmade from cotton, cibaque fibers and cotton cord. Muñecas quitapenas or worry dolls are traditional in Guatemala and believed to be allies to overcome any troubles by sharing our problems with them and placing them under the pillow before going to sleep.

Quietness Cotton and Cibaque Man Worry Doll Handcrafted in Guatemala

Hector Ponce

Clutching a scroll and bearing wings of gold, this tiny worry doll carries a message of love. The Lopez Garcia Family in Guatemala crafts this delightful holiday ornament by hand.

Message of Love Handcrafted Guatemalan Worry Doll Ornament

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$15.20 Wholesale

~~$19~~ $15.20

Ixmucané's Gift Tasseled Worry Doll Motif Table Runner

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

Guatemala's Lopez Garcia Family creates this delightful embellished table runner that is sure to be a conversation starter. The ivory cotton runner is embellished at both ends with quitapenas, or Guatemalan "worry dolls". According to legend, the princess Ixmucané was granted the ability to solve people's problems by the Sun God. Over time, people began to make tiny dolls in remembrance of Ixmucané. They would tell the dolls their problems in the hopes that Ixmucané would solve them. The custom became very popular, and continues to this day. The charming table runner is completed by ivory tassels at both ends.

$54 Wholesale

$54

Bewitching Pumpkin Handcrafted Cotton Pumpkin Worry Doll from Guatemala

Hector Ponce

Do not let its spooky appearance fool you! This cotton pumpkin is an adorable accent for Halloween. Designed by Guatemala's Hector Ponce, the worry doll is a charming amulet that will help you solve your problems and attract fortune.

Surprise friends and family members with this cute worry doll, ready to ask for treats. Designed by Hector Ponce and handcrafted by Guatemalan artisans, this cotton and cibaque friend wears a pumpkin costume that will get more than one smile.

Spooky Fortune Handcrafted Cotton Worry Doll with Pumpkin Costume

Hector Ponce

Cheeky and cheerful, this little ghost is the perfect gift for friends and family. Designed by Hector Ponce and crafted by Guatemalan artisans, this cotton and cibaque worry doll is also a lucky amulet that will help you solve your troubles.

Spectral Smile Handcrafted Cotton Ghost Worry Doll from Guatemala

Hector Ponce

Cotton worry dolls, 'Gracious Christmas' (set of 4) - Set of 4 Handcrafted Cibaque and Cotton Worry Dolls

Gracious Christmas, Set of 4 Handcrafted Cibaque and Cotton Worry Dolls

Hector Ponce

$29

Fortune Angel, Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Angel Worry Doll in Beige

Hector Ponce

Cotton worry dolls, 'Dreamy Crew' (set of 4) - Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Pirate Worry Dolls

Dreamy Crew, Set of 4 Handcrafted Cotton and Cibaque Pirate Worry Dolls

Hector Ponce

$29

Cotton ornaments, 'Animal Friendship' (set of 3) - Set of 3 Handcrafted Cotton Worry Doll Ornaments

Animal Friendship, Set of 3 Handcrafted Cotton Worry Doll Ornaments

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$23

Soothing Love, Heart-Shaped Cotton Worry Doll Wreath Crafted in Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$39

Histories of Love, Heart-Shaped Cotton Worry Doll Wall Decor from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$57 Wholesale

$57

Wood and cotton ornaments, 'Worry-Free Christmas' (set of 3) - Angel Worry Doll-Themed Wood and Cotton Ornaments (Set of 3)

Worry-Free Christmas, Angel Worry Doll-Themed Wood and Cotton Ornaments (Set of 3)

Elias Garcia

(100)

$19

Thank You God, Hand-Loomed Cotton Worry Doll Wreath From Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$34

Cotton figurines, 'Worry Doll Dancers (set of 12) - Hand Made Cotton Figurines and Bag (Set of 12) Guatemala

Worry Doll Dancers, Hand Made Cotton Figurines and Bag (Set of 12) Guatemala

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$34

Cotton worry dolls, 'Love and Hope' (pair) - Two Guatemalan Worry Dolls with 100% Cotton Pouch

Love and Hope, Two Guatemalan Worry Dolls with 100% Cotton Pouch

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$17

Cotton decorative dolls, 'Sharing Light' (set of 6) - Set of 6 Handcrafted Cotton Decorative Dolls from Guatemala

Sharing Light, Set of 6 Handcrafted Cotton Decorative Dolls from Guatemala

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$23

Connected Hearts, Cotton Worry Doll Double Heart Wreath From Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$59 Wholesale

$59

Cotton worry dolls, 'Joined in Love' (set of 6) - Worry Dolls with 100% Cotton Pouch from Guatemala (Set of 6)

Joined in Love, Worry Dolls with 100% Cotton Pouch from Guatemala (Set of 6)

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$17

Cotton figurines, 'The Worry Doll League' (set of 12) - Set of 12 Guatemalan Worry Dolls with Pouch in 100% Cotton

The Worry Doll League, Set of 12 Guatemalan Worry Dolls with Pouch in 100% Cotton

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$23

Wood ornaments, 'In the Village' (set of 12) - Handcrafted Worry Doll Wood and Cotton Ornaments (Set of 12)

In the Village, Handcrafted Worry Doll Wood and Cotton Ornaments (Set of 12)

Elias Garcia

(100)

$29.95 Wholesale

$29.95

Cotton ornaments, 'Worry Dolls' (set of 6) - Set of 6 Guatemalan Worry Doll Ornaments Crafted by Hand

Worry Dolls Share the Love, Set of 6 Guatemalan Worry Doll Ornaments Crafted by Hand

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$29

Wood ornaments, 'Happy Glory' (set of 4) - Handmade Angel-Themed Wood and Cotton Ornaments (Set of 4)

Happy Glory, Handmade Angel-Themed Wood and Cotton Ornaments (Set of 4)

Elias Garcia

(100)

$19

Be Happy Always, Handmade Guatemalan Worry Doll Happy Wreath

Elias Garcia

(100)

$34

Worry dolls, 'Little Farm' (set of 3) - Animal-Themed Folk Art Worry Dolls (Set of 3)

Little Farm, Animal-Themed Folk Art Worry Dolls (Set of 3)

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$19

Ixmucané's Table, Worry Doll Motif Cotton Table Runner

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$54 Wholesale

$54

Quitapenas Harmony, Colorful Cotton Wall Mirror with Worry Dolls from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$47 Wholesale

$47

Cotton wreath, 'Quitapena Happiness' - Cotton Worry Doll Wreath from Guatemala

Quitapena Happiness, Cotton Worry Doll Wreath from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$29

Keep the Faith, Handmade Guatemalan Worry Doll Cross for Wall Display

Elias Garcia

(100)

$47 Wholesale

$47

Quitapenas Heart, Heart-Shaped Cotton Wall Mirror with Worry Dolls

Elias Garcia

(100)

$44

Quitapenas Octagon, Octagonal Cotton Wall Mirror with Worry Dolls from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$44

Worry-Free, Handmade Worry Dolls Ribbon-Type Hat Band from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$19

Quitapenas Reflection, Circular Cotton Wall Mirror with Worry Dolls from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$44

Quitapenas Beauty, Colorful Cotton Wall Mirror with Worry Dolls from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$44

Quitapenas in Love, Heart-Themed Cotton Worry Doll Wreath from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$39

Mini ceramic figurines, 'Red Tuc Tucs' (set of 3) - Mini Red Tuc Tuc Taxis with Dolls from Guatemala (Set of 3)

Red Tuc Tucs, Mini Red Tuc Tuc Taxis with Dolls from Guatemala (Set of 3)

Vitelio Orozco

(7)

$39

Cotton decorative dolls, 'Bird Love' (set of 6) - Guatemalan Set of 6 Handcrafted Cotton Decorative Dolls

Bird Love, Guatemalan Set of 6 Handcrafted Cotton Decorative Dolls

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$23

Crocheted cotton decorative accent, 'Festive Llama' - Crocheted Cotton Decorative Accent of Colorful Llama

Festive Llama, Crocheted Cotton Decorative Accent of Colorful Llama

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$89 Wholesale

$89

Worry Free Life, Guatemalan Home Accent Wreath and Ornaments Curated Gift Set

Curated Gift Sets

(1)

$66.99 Wholesale

$66.99

Wood decorative doll, 'San Mateo Ixtatan' - Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

San Mateo Ixtatan, Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Wood decorative doll, 'Traditional Coban' - Guatemalan Decorative Doll Handcrafted from Wood and Cotton

Traditional Coban, Guatemalan Decorative Doll Handcrafted from Wood and Cotton

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Wood decorative doll, 'Tamahú Tradition' - Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Tamahú Tradition, Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Wood decorative doll, 'Zunil Tradition' - Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Zunil Tradition, Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Wood decorative doll, 'Santa Catarina Tradition' - Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Santa Catarina Tradition, Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Friends Forever, Handmade Guatemalan Worry Doll Double Wreath

Elias Garcia

(100)

$59 Wholesale

$59

Hearts are Blessed, Handmade Guatemalan Worry Doll Double Heart Wreath

Elias Garcia

(100)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Cotton wreath, 'Quitapena Love' - Heart-Shaped Cotton Worry Doll Wreath from Guatemala

Quitapena Love, Heart-Shaped Cotton Worry Doll Wreath from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$27.95 Wholesale

$27.95

Freedom Dolls, Hand-Loomed Cotton Worry Doll Mobile from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$47 Wholesale

$47

Tell Us Your Troubles, Quitapenas Doll and Wood Bead Mobile in Multiple Colors

Elias Garcia

(100)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Cotton ornaments, 'Friendship is Love' (pair) - Handwoven Cotton Worry Doll Christmas Ornaments (Set of 2)

Friendship is Love, Handwoven Cotton Worry Doll Christmas Ornaments (Set of 2)

Elias Garcia

(100)

$39

Enchanted Dolls, Handcrafted Worry Doll-Themed Pink Crystal Beaded Suncatcher

Alejandra Paiz

(4)

$77 Wholesale

$77

Quitapena Beauty, Handcrafted Folk Art Cotton Headband from Guatemala

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$17

Cotton ornaments, 'Diamond Dozen' (pair) - Artisan Crafted Worry Doll Ornaments (Pair)

Diamond Dozen, Artisan Crafted Worry Doll Ornaments (Pair)

Elias Garcia

(100)

$29

Travel Companions, Artisan Crafted Worry Doll Cosmetic Bag

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$22.99 Wholesale

$22.99

Worry Doll, Worry Doll-Themed Crystal and Glass Beaded Suncatcher

Alejandra Paiz

(4)

$77 Wholesale

$77

Joyful Diamond, Diamond-Shaped Cotton Worry Doll Magnet from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$27 Wholesale

$27

Quitapenas Arch, Arch-Shaped Cotton Wall Mirror with Worry Dolls

Elias Garcia

(100)

$44

Road Companion, Cotton Keychain of a Worry Doll Holding a Ceramic Turtle

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$17

Joyful Heart, Handmade Heart-Form Cotton Worry Doll Magnet from Guatemala

Elias Garcia

(100)

$27 Wholesale

$27

Wood decorative stools, 'Free Orange Bird' (pair) - Hand-Painted Decorative Mini Stools from Guatemala

Free Orange Bird, Hand-Painted Decorative Mini Stools from Guatemala

Maya Artists Group

(8)

$209 Wholesale

$209

Cotton ornaments, 'Gilded Christmas' (set of 4) - Guatemalan Handmade Cotton Worry Doll Ornaments Set of 4

Gilded Christmas, Guatemalan Handmade Cotton Worry Doll Ornaments Set of 4

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$29

Crocheted cotton decorative doll, 'Guatemalan Girl' - Girl in Guatemalan Attire Crocheted Cotton Decorative Doll

Guatemalan Girl, Girl in Guatemalan Attire Crocheted Cotton Decorative Doll

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$89 Wholesale

$89

Wood decorative doll, 'Xela Celebration' - Handmade Guatemalan Decorative Wood Doll with Yellow Huipil

Xela Celebration, Handmade Guatemalan Decorative Wood Doll with Yellow Huipil

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Virgin of Love, Hand Crocheted Decorative Doll

Marleny Chajon

(6)

$69 Wholesale

$69

Wood decorative doll, 'San Juan Tradition' - Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

San Juan Tradition, Decorative Doll Handcrafted with Pine Wood and 100% Cotton

Iliana Hernandez

(18)

$109

Cotton ornaments, 'Friendship Circle' (pair) - Worry Doll Christmas Ornaments from Guatemala (Set of 2)

Friendship Circle, Worry Doll Christmas Ornaments from Guatemala (Set of 2)

Elias Garcia

(100)

$39

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Friends' (set of 3) - Guatemalan Set of 3 Handcrafted Cotton Doll Ornaments

Joyful Friends, Guatemalan Set of 3 Handcrafted Cotton Doll Ornaments

Lopez Garcia Family

(165)

$25 Wholesale

$25

Crocheted cotton decorative doll, 'Sweet Expectancy' - Crocheted Cotton Decorative Doll of the Virgin Mary