The wayuu artisan industry

The Wayuu Artisan Industry Who are the Wayuu? The Wayuu artisan people are the largest indigenous manufacturing community of the Americas. Most tribesmen and women reside along the northern territory of Colombia and Venezuela. The official authorities report over 270.000 people belonging to the indigenous group living in Colombia alone. The Wayuu are descendants of the […]

Colombian Wayuu Bags and Wayuu Economy

Colombian Wayuu Bags and Wayuu Economy The basis of the economy It is certain that Colombian Wayuu bags are a fundamental part of the mixed economy of the Wayuu culture. It requires activities such as fishing, sea salt exploitation, and commerce. Additionally, goat herding represents the main wealth for the Wayuu people. It is used […]

Wayuu Bag, Unique and Original

Wayuu Bag, Unique and Original Why are Wayuu Bags unique? Just look at the beautiful designs present on each of the Wayuu bags to know why they are unique! Let’s keep in mind that crochet fabric is universal and that in fact it came to South America from Spain. It was brought in colonial times. […]

About wayuu market and how we began

About Wayuu Market and How We Began What is Wayuu Market All About Wayuu Market Directly from their hands to yours Hi! Welcome to Wayuu Market, an artisan centered marketplace dedicated to the Wayuu Artisan Industry. First, we manage all the marketing, processing, logistics, and shipping at no cost for the artisans. In addition, they get […]