Wednesday, April 19, 2006






(shown here Noah's Ark)









Arpilleras are hand stiched and embriodered masterpieces using many colours, textures, fabrics and themes. There are typical Peruvian scenes and biblical stories and images. Women work together and meet for coordination in groups and complete work in their homes. For many it is the principal form of income for their family.

Here are a selection of products.

A typical Peruvian market scene in the Andes:


available in 35cm x 35cm, 40 x 40 & 45 x 45

A Peruvian Countryside scene:

available in 35cm x 35cm, 40 x 40 & 45 x 45