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09.9.11

Otomi Love…

While we were on vacation in Mexico last month, I discovered a new found love for otomi textiles. I picked up a table runner in grey, and a pillow case in the most gorgeous coral shade. The table runner is currently adorning our entry table, and the pillow case is soon to be framed and hung up, so I can swoon over it daily.

These breathtaking textiles are handmade by the Otomi Indians from Hidalgo, Mexico. Each piece can take up to a month and a half to be hand embroidered onto the muslin fabric. The designs are inspired by ancient cliff paintings from the region.

The pieces range from $80 to around $500, depending on the size. Well worth it for the craftsmanship!

{Top Image: Mikkel Vang | Middle Image L-R: Black & Spiro, Design Sponge, Coco + Kelley, Living Crafts | Bottom Image: Coco + Kelley, L’Aviva Home}

If you’re not heading down to Mexico anytime soon, no need to fret! You can purchase your own stunning otomi textiles from several sources. L’aviva Home, Jacaranda and Mexican Textiles Museum Store.

I think the otomi designs would make a perfect motif for a Mexican wedding! From the paper goods, to table runners, and more.

12 COMMENTS

postcards and pretties says:

so graphic & colorful!! LOVE!

Anonymous says:

so graphic & colorful!! LOVE!

Geezees Custom Canvas Art says:

Love how colorful..

Anonymous says:

Love how colorful..

la petite coquine says:

These prints are absolutely stunning-love that dresser!

Anonymous says:

These prints are absolutely stunning-love that dresser!

Natasha says:

"…a perfect motif for a Mexican wedding." It sure is. Also, they can spice up a living room.

Anonymous says:

"…a perfect motif for a Mexican wedding." It sure is. Also, they can spice up a living room.

Rhiannon {Hey Gorg} says:

Oh so gorgeous! I love the idea of framing the pillow case too :)

Anonymous says:

Oh so gorgeous! I love the idea of framing the pillow case too :)

megan says:

I'm obsessed with these. Grace from design sponge did a tutorial once on making a headboard from Otomi fabrics… it was so amazing.

Anonymous says:

I'm obsessed with these. Grace from design sponge did a tutorial once on making a headboard from Otomi fabrics… it was so amazing.

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