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The Cojolya Collection
Slow. Ethical. Fair Trade Certified. Empowering Women Weavers since 1983.
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The Cojolya Collection
Cojolya Association of Maya Women Weavers was founded in 1983 in order to preserve the art of the back-strap loom and provide a sustainable, viable source of income to Maya Tz'utujil women of low resources. We're a registered non-profit and a member of the World Fair Trade Organization.
Each product is handwoven on the back-strap loom by a member artisan of the association. 50% of every purchase goes back directly to the artisans, and additional 25% is set aside for social programming including scholarships, environmental initiatives, and educational workshops
The Jaro Collection
Our new Jaro Collection was designed completely in-house by local craftspeople. The inspiration behind the Jaro comes from the local tradition of collecting lake water for household tasks with ceramic pitchers that the women would carry on their heads withjarros. The blending of the lakeside blues and the burnt reds takes us back to a different time! This collection is made with 100% cotton and handwoven on the backstrap loom by our artisans in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala.
Featured collection
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Sold outOur Billetera Atitlan combines modern design with traditional brocade. This wallet is 100% cotton and woven on the backstrap loom to create a diamond texture all over in brick and teal. It is perfect for the summer!Visit product page → -
Our classic clutch bag shape updated for the Jaro collection. It features 100% cotton in a brocade design made with backstrap loom and a recycled leather strap. A perfect match for our Tote Bag!Visit product page → -
Sold outVisit product page →The Tote Bag in the Jaro Collection is one of our absolute favorite bags to come along in a long time!
Inspired by the traditions of Santiago Atitlan and Lake Atitlan, this woven bag features brocade weaving designs made on the backstrap loom. It is 100% cotton and features black recycled leather straps and siding. Truly an elegant and chic piece that pays homage to a different time.
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The Card Holder is an essential accessory for everyone. It fits seamlessly into any pocket or small tote bag. It has three card slots and a pocket for cash. The effect is impressive in the texture of the fabric, its brocades form an immense labyrinth. Recycled smooth black leather finishes the product.Visit product page →
3 "tall x 4" wide
Our Values
Cojolya values transparency and honoring our artisans. That's why each product comes with a tag with the name of the weaver who wove your bag. We offer a (not so) revolutionary way to do trade: Fairly.
Our Promise
Cojolya promises to celebrate each member artisan of the association. With the individual tag, we hold ourselves accountable to the artisan and to our customer.
Fair Trade Certified
We're proud to our dedication to Fair Trade. Cojolya is one of three registered members of the WFTO in Guatemala.