Zuahaza
Curití Fique Runner Rug by Zuahaza
Fique is a Colombian fiber commonly used for rug and basket weaving. The fiber comes from the family of agave plants, and like hemp, it does not need any fertilizers or pesticides to grow. Making this fiber a natural organic fiber. It is also a fiber that needs very little water to grow, making it a very resourceful fiber and a great sustainable option for natural fibers.
Our runner rug by Zuahaza is hand woven by a family of artisans from the Santander region of Colombia. Woven in a vertical loom, this rug is hand knotted for 2 weeks and the result is a perfectly crafted geometric modern rug for outdoor and indoor spaces. Sold in a standard medium size and also available for custom sizing per request.
DETAILS:
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100% natural fique fiber
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Dimensions: 30" x 78" / 75cm x 200cm
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Handmade by artisan family from Colombia
This product is available now and will be processed in 3-7 business days.
founders
Tatiana Ordoñez and Veelie Alba
Zuahaza was founded by Tatiana Ordoñez in 2019 in Colombia. In 2018, Tatiana made a trip to Charalá to learn about the rich history of cotton growing, spinning and weaving in this region. During her trip, she met with Corpolienzo, a cooperative of artisans. Together, they decided to create a new line of textiles, born of the artisans’ extensive knowledge and of Tatiana’s desire to share creative, innovative textiles with the global market.
founders
Tatiana Ordoñez and Veelie Alba
Zuahaza means “my sister” in the Muisca language of the people who lived in the Cundiboyacense mountain region of Colombia. As a social enterprise, Zuahaza strives to embody collective sisterhood between women in Colombia. Following an era of intense conflict, which continues to shape and affect Colombia today, Zuahaza seeks to participate in the peacemaking efforts to reunite and heal our country.
Zuahaza strives to connect women from across Colombia, and to create unique products that reflect our diversity, history and dreams as statements of the unity and peace to come from Colombia. This is what sisterhood means to us.