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Handmade Guatemalan Worry Doll Cross for Wall Display, "Keep the Faith"

By Elias Garcia, this handcrafted cross is a reminder of the importance of... more

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By Elias Garcia, this handcrafted cross is a reminder of the importance of faith. The artisan covers the open figure with handwoven fabric. Diminutive worry dolls in handwoven apparel stand shoulder to shoulder to surround the cutout cross. According to Maya legend, the sun god gave princess Ixmucane the gift of solving people's problems. With time people started making dolls in Ixmucane's honor and they would tell her their woes, hoping she would solve them through the dolls. Many people whisper to the dolls, then place them under their pillows at night, hoping that the doll will provide a solution as they sleep.

  • 0.54 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 33 cm H x 26 cm W x 2 cm D
  • 13" H x 10.25" W x 0.8" D

  • 100% cotton on cardboard, nylon cord
  • Not a toy and not intended for use in or near cribs, beds, playpens, or carriages
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Guatemala.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
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Happyhelen

From Surrey, BC, Canada

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01/30/2024

"This worry doll wreath will cheer me up!"

This worry doll wreath is very well made. And when I received it, it was very carefully wrapped so it was in great condition. I have some physical problems so the wreath will cheer me up whenever I look at it! Thankyou Elias!

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Cheerful and well-made!

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  • Hanging up on my office wall

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Deborah

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10/21/2023

"Really beautiful"

Reminds me of my time in Guatemala. Many attentive quitapenas here to tell your troubles to.

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Bab

From Sweden

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03/25/2023

"Very beautiful"

Its very beautiful.

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Pamela

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01/28/2023

"Unique and whimsical"

Bright and colorful mobile which adds color and interest to a room. Nice use of worry dolls. Thanks!

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Sarah

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01/17/2023

"Beautiful"

My daughter and I love this!

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Maryeileen

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12/01/2022

"This is hanging on our wall over the piano"

We have visited Guatemala recently and loved the artwork of these Mayan worry dolls. This was a gift for my mother.

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Mother
  • Occasion: birthday

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