Rattan Cactus Decoration - Pink

£20.00

Rattan Cactus Decoration - Pink - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro

Bring a touch of Mexico’s colour and charm to your dinner table or shelves.

Handwoven by Octavio in Tequisquiapan, Querétaro, this cactus is made from natural rattan fibres, carefully woven and then hand-painted. The process follows seven detailed steps and can take up to three days, from preparing the fibres to the final brushstrokes of colour.

Each piece is a vibrant celebration of patience, tradition and Mexican artistry.

Rattan Cactus Decoration - Pink - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro

Bring a touch of Mexico’s colour and charm to your dinner table or shelves.

Handwoven by Octavio in Tequisquiapan, Querétaro, this cactus is made from natural rattan fibres, carefully woven and then hand-painted. The process follows seven detailed steps and can take up to three days, from preparing the fibres to the final brushstrokes of colour.

Each piece is a vibrant celebration of patience, tradition and Mexican artistry.

The Story Behind It

Maker: Octavio

Years practising: 7 years

Origin: Tequisquiapan, Querétaro

Material: Rattan

Technique: Wicker weaving

Time to make: Each piece can take up to 3 days

Learned through: Family tradition, learned by watching his dad weave

A note from the maker: The beauty of things lies in how fleeting they are. The most beautiful flower will never see two springs — but something isn't always beautiful because it lasts.