Ihuatzio, Michoacan is a medium sized village, where there is still a strong textile tradition. The delantal, embroidered blouse and slip are in use by at least two generation. The town´s name means coyotes den.
Bob Freund 7/7/2005 n for more information contact: info@mexicantextiles.com

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There is a small statue of a coyote in a park near Florence’s house. She was adamant that I take a picture of her in front of the statue (the town is named for a coyote’s den). A few people from the village mentioned that the red skirt was more typical of Ihuatzio. The rebozo adds an elegant touch to the costume.

There is a small statue of a coyote in a park near Florence’s house. She was adamant that I take a picture of her in front of the statue; the town is named for a coyotes den. A few people from the village mentioned that the red skirt was more typical of Ihuatzio. The reboso adds an elegant touch to the costume.