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The Significance of Masks in Mayan Handcrafts
Masks are a significant part of Mayan handcrafts and have been used in Mayan culture for centuries. They are often made from wood, clay,...
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FromTheMayan Team
- Apr 7
- 3 min
The Symbolism of Mayan Handcrafts
Mayan handcrafts are rich in symbolism, reflecting the Mayan people's deep connection to nature and their spiritual beliefs. The designs...
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FromTheMayan Team
- Mar 30
- 3 min
The Use of Natural Materials in Mayan Handcrafts
The use of natural materials is an important aspect of Mayan handcrafts, and it reflects the Mayan people's deep connection to nature and...
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rasmusdahlj
- Jan 26, 2021
- 5 min
Where the Devil Burns and Angels Sit with Dragonflies: Celebrating the Spirit of Christmas in GT
If angels serve as intermediaries between God and humans in the Bible, it is the Vision Serpent, Kukulkan, who acts as the messenger...
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rasmusdahlj
- Dec 9, 2020
- 5 min
Making Guatemalan Wooden Masks: The Intricate Craft that Stood the Test of Time
A long time ago, in ancient Mayan society, masks played a vital role in everyday life. Adorned with faces of divine beings and sacred animal
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FromTheMayan Team
- Nov 22, 2020
- 5 min
The Day of the Dead: A Mayan Tradition that Celebrates Life with Food, Dances, and Skull Masks
Wooden skull masks take center stage when Guatemalans celebrate their Day of the Dead. These amazing, hand-painted pieces of Mayan art...
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FromTheMayan Team
- Nov 11, 2020
- 5 min
How Today's Guatemalan Handicrafts Are The Link To Their History and Culture
Often, art and decor are marketed as conversation starters. If you’re looking for a unique piece that can truly give your guests...
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FromTheMayan Team
- Oct 21, 2020
- 5 min
Of Wooden Masks and Woven Dolls: Guatemalan Handicrafts of Lore
Mayan handicrafts all tell a good story. Their creative folk art is a true celebration of a vibrant, enduring culture that withstood a turbu
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rasmusdahlj
- Sep 24, 2020
- 5 min
How To Make Worry Dolls: Seamlessly Weaving Mayan History and Culture
A long time ago, a Mayan princess asked the Sun God for a gift that can help her solve any human problem, and that wish was granted...
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rasmusdahlj
- Aug 31, 2020
- 5 min
Worry Dolls In Pediatrics and Psychiatry: Easing the Pain One Day at a Time
Over time, Mayan children would share their worries with the doll at bedtime, put the doll under their pillow, and go to sleep hoping...
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rasmusdahlj
- Aug 4, 2020
- 5 min
Guatemalan Worry Dolls: Upholding the Mayan Tradition Sustainably
Worry dolls, or Muñeca quitapena in Spanish, originated from an old Mayan legend in the highlands of Guatemala. According to the lore...
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rasmusdahlj
- Jun 12, 2020
- 6 min
Exporting Mayan Handicrafts: Alleviating the Guatemalan Economy and Mayan Livelihood
Tourists will always find a way to remember the places they have visited. Some take a lot of pictures of architecture, food, or even a...
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rasmusdahlj
- May 28, 2020
- 4 min
Worry Dolls: Guatemala’s Most Thoughtful Handicraft
This article talks about worry dolls, specifically their origin, production, use, and benefits.
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