Mirenchu Fernandez
05-18-2009, 10:09 PM
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Wheat Straw (Fibra de trigo o panicua)
The indigenous people of the Lake Pátzcuaro area began weaving representations of religious figures - Christs, Virgins, and saints - to adorn churches and altars. In celebrations such as Jueves Corpus, the artisans participate in the procession carrying their work. Wheat straw crafts - from hats to Christmas ornaments, baskets, tablecloths, and screens -- are made in Ichupio, San Jerónimo Purenchécuaro, Tarerio, San Adrés Tziróndaro and Tzintzuntzan.
Wheat Straw (Fibra de trigo o panicua)
The indigenous people of the Lake Pátzcuaro area began weaving representations of religious figures - Christs, Virgins, and saints - to adorn churches and altars. In celebrations such as Jueves Corpus, the artisans participate in the procession carrying their work. Wheat straw crafts - from hats to Christmas ornaments, baskets, tablecloths, and screens -- are made in Ichupio, San Jerónimo Purenchécuaro, Tarerio, San Adrés Tziróndaro and Tzintzuntzan.