During the Mexican War of Independence in the early 1800s, the sarape came to represent Mexican nationalism and self-esteem. That created an increase in popularity and demand, necessitating faster ...

Among the English chintzes, Venetian mirrors, the c.-1800 painted Austrian cupboard, and silk trims and tassels, a special guest shows up this time ...

On Valentine's Day, red is everywhere. But how did that color become a symbol for love and passion ... and other things, too? A textile exhibition in Washington offers clues to the history of a hue.

You can also purchase clear Mexican vanilla, which won’t add color to your recipes. A small bottle makes for an easy-to-pack, delicious souvenir that lasts long after your trip. 3.

In the 1970s, colorful weaves and embroidery from Mexico and Guatemala were fashionable-not only because they were marvelously exotic but because the descendants of ancient Indian tribes found ways… ...

For thousands of years Mexicans have created colorful textiles, ... Sources for authentic Otomi embroidery include Stray Dog Designs (pictured), the Mexican Textile Museum Store, ...

Wrapped in colorful haute couture, ... attends the Original Mexican Textile Art meeting, in Mexico City, Mexico November 20, 2022. REUTERS/Raquel Cunha ...

She said that most of her clothing is from Oaxaca, Mexico, and she has witnessed the arduous labor behind Mexican textiles. “It made me appreciate the work that goes into it.” she said. “They are ...