Woven in Collaboration: The Story Behind the Big Stripe Bag
Discover how Bathen partnered with the Waqxaqi' Kan Cooperative in Guatemala to create their Medium Stripe Bag using traditional backstrap weaving. Casa Flor Designs bridges socially conscious brands with master artisan weavers through collaborative textile development, ethical sourcing, and slow fashion values. Learn how handwoven textiles are made in community, by hand, with craft passed down through generations.
Woven in Collaboration: The Story Behind the Zunil Belt
Discover how Casa Flor Designs partnered with Antigua Threads to transform a handwoven artisan belt into a scalable product made through responsible production. This story highlights transparent collaboration, capacity growth, and the beauty of conscious design rooted in Guatemala’s rich textile traditions. Read our interview with the founders on why they love Guatemala and artisan-made craftsmanship.