Pastels Beaded Heart Bracelet

£15.00

Pastels Beaded Heart Bracelet – San Pablito, Puebla

Handcrafted by Moisés in San Pablito, Puebla, this striking multi-strand bracelet is made from chaquira beads and plastic string, woven in the Otomí style, the heritage and language his family proudly preserves.

Taking around two hours to complete, the process requires patience, precision and dedication, with each bead carefully placed to build up the pattern and form.

More than just a bracelet, each piece is a tribute to Mexican craftsmanship passed down through generations, carrying the skill, identity and continuity of Otomí beadwork in San Pablito.

Pastels Beaded Heart Bracelet – San Pablito, Puebla

Handcrafted by Moisés in San Pablito, Puebla, this striking multi-strand bracelet is made from chaquira beads and plastic string, woven in the Otomí style, the heritage and language his family proudly preserves.

Taking around two hours to complete, the process requires patience, precision and dedication, with each bead carefully placed to build up the pattern and form.

More than just a bracelet, each piece is a tribute to Mexican craftsmanship passed down through generations, carrying the skill, identity and continuity of Otomí beadwork in San Pablito.

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.

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