Traditional Wayuu Mochila- Puliikeeruya Colors:Red “Kulaichenaya” (Wayuunaiki language) represents the

“Kulaichenaya” (Wayuunaiki language) represents the structure of the Wayuu traditional house

The crochet pattern on this bag is woven using a double thread which was made in a manual loom

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These beautiful studs are inspired by Pre-Columbian art designs and made in Bogota

Traditional Wayuu Mochila- Puliikeeruya Colors:Red “Kulaichenaya” (Wayuunaiki language) represents thePuliikeeruya (Wayuunaiki language) represents the donkey vulva. TRADITIONAL WAYUU DESIGNS (KAANAS) & THEIR SIGNIFICANCE These traditional (autochthonous) designed mochilas hold deep meaning for the Wayuu artisans and culture as each design comes from their ancestors and is considered part of their identity and connected to their worldview, environment and surroundings. In the Wayuu culture, crocheting is a symbol of wisdom, intelligence, and