Yolualichan, a Nahua village, here the textile traditions of the region are still strong. Many women wear embroidered blouses, backstrap woven belts and quechquemitls. Bob Freund 10/26/2005 For more infomationcontact:info@mexicantextiles.com

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detail of embroidery on traditiona blouses
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The collective sells dolls and other products, which is a necessary marketing tactic since not everyone is going to by a blouse or belt. The embroidery threads are hung and then distributed as orders are taken. The napkin in the first photo in the second row are commercial products woven on back strap looms.