There are a number of weavers of tablecloths in town. These are done on large looms which they call Chicote looms, the shuttle is shot across the loom by pulling cords that knocks it to the other side. They do not sell in the market, you have to ask around.

For more information contact:  info@mexicantextiles.com

Return to Valley Zapotec Home Page

Previous page 2 of 2
Secure Paypal
Help defer cost of documenation

  s

mantellooms

The work shop

mantellooms1
The chicote loom
mantelocotlan
typical Mitla design
mantelocotlan1
Colorful table cloth.