Coral-inspired Necklace (Blue shades)
Coral-inspired Necklace (Blue shades)

Coral-Inspired Necklace (Shades of Blue)

£32.00

Coral-Inspired Necklace Shades of Blue – San Pablito, Puebla

Handcrafted by María Paula in San Pablito, Puebla, this striking coral-inspired necklace is made from chaquira beads and plastic string, woven in the Otomí style — a heritage she proudly preserves, expressed in the language she speaks.

The process takes three careful steps and between four to five hours to complete, requiring patience, precision, and dedication.

Each necklace is a tribute to Mexican craftsmanship, passed down through generations.

Coral-Inspired Necklace Shades of Blue – San Pablito, Puebla

Handcrafted by María Paula in San Pablito, Puebla, this striking coral-inspired necklace is made from chaquira beads and plastic string, woven in the Otomí style — a heritage she proudly preserves, expressed in the language she speaks.

The process takes three careful steps and between four to five hours to complete, requiring patience, precision, and dedication.

Each necklace is a tribute to Mexican craftsmanship, passed down through generations.

The Story Behind It

Maker: Moisés

Years practising: 12 years

Origin: San Pablito, Puebla

Material: Chaquira beads, plastic thread and needle

Technique: Otomí bead weaving technique

Time to make: Each piece can takes between 4 to 8 hours

Learned through: Family tradition, his mum taught him

A note from the maker: Moisés hopes that whoever wears this piece takes a moment to appreciate the work behind it — the time, the patience, and the dedication it takes. More than anything, he wants people to value and understand the richness of Mexican tradition that lives within every single bead.

papel picado