mexican style decor

Catrina is the undisputed queen of Day of the Dead;, however, her popularity has grown so much that she makes appearances year-round in Mexican culture. This cheerful Catrina is made from a hard papier mache called cartonería, which has also expanded from making party favors to works of folk art in this same country. Marina Lozano creates the skeletal lady in a dress meant to evoke the colors of spring.

Add a bold touch to your spaces with this graphic area rug by Bulmaro Mendoza. He crafts it in 100% sheep's wool colored with natural dyes, and decorates it using classic Zapotec-style agave designs. Born in Teotitlan del Valle, Oaxaca, Bulmaro Mendoza learned traditional Zapotec weaving as a boy from his parents. He now runs a workshop with them where they create textiles using local wool and organic dyes.

Working with recycled metal auto parts carefully chosen and welded together, Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez designs and crafts this magnificent sculpture that depicts a fearsome shark. The sculpture is an ideal gift for all ocean lovers.

About his work, Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez says “As a child I enjoyed inventing toys, and soon yearned to create a unique style of art. Environmentally enamored, I now transform recycled goods.” He is proud to present his designs in this key rack, made from upcycled auto parts for a modern, industrial look. A stern owl stands guard over household keys in this rack, which pairs perfectly with any doorway.

The artisan does not give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.

Vibrant orange swirls across these elegant tumblers, their pristine contours splashed with white. Festive and beautiful, the set of six comes from Javier and Efren, who have worked with blown glass for more than 30 years.

Each piece is individually handmade, making every item absolutely unique. Tiny bubbles exemplify the hand-blown technique.

A sandy hue evokes the tranquil moods of an isolated beach, as Yucatan artists present this distinguished hammock swing. Woven by hand from 100% cotton, the sturdy design reflects the unmatched perfection of Mexican craftsmanship. Featuring a sturdy rod of pinewood, this piece makes an appreciated addition to the front porch or backyard. Intended for one person.

Soft cotton threads are patiently hand-woven into a spacious hammock. Utilizing ancestral techniques, skilled artisans create this beautiful work and adorn its edges with long fringe, crocheted and knotted by hand. From Maya Artists of the Yucatan, its twin stretchers are carved from pinewood.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

Artisan Armando Ramírez of Mexico handcrafts this eye-catching sculpture of a horse. Welding together recycled auto parts, he demonstrates his unique talent and ability to create beautiful artwork out of scrap metal.

This beige hand-woven cotton hammock recalls the soft sands of the Caribbean. Mexico's Maya Artists of the Yucatán preserve the weaving techniques inherited from their Maya ancestors to ensure the hammock tradition.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.