Meet our team
We are a team of students from sixth semester of BIC 29 from Teotitlán del Valle, specializing in the Information Technology and Community Innovation component. We are committed to developing innovating projects that address the challenges and needs of our community, using information technologies as key tools to drive positive change.
Our mission
Promoting and raising awareness of our community's wonderful crafts is our fundamental objective, highlighting the talent, creativity, and cultural richness that define us as an Indigenous village. Crafts are a reflection of our history, traditions, and identity. It is important that we share them with the world so they can be appreciated and valued.
Teotitlán del Valle
Where Textile Art is the Soul of the Comunity
Located in the Central Valleys of Oaxaca, in Mexico, lies Teotitlán del Valle, a Zapotec community where the ancestral tradition of hand-weaving is at the heart of its identity. Here, textile craftsmanship is not an isolated activity, but the central of their daily life, involving virtually all its people. Since pre-Columbian times, this community has cultivated a profound mastery of the art of weaving, perfected with the introduction of the pedal loom and wool, giving rise to the renowned rugs and textiles that are globally appreciated today. Walking through its streets, visitors are immersed in an environment where almost every home functions as a vibrant workshop, and the constant rhythm of the looms becomes the town's signature melody. Entire families actively participate in the creative process, from the preparation of the wool to the meticulous final weaving. One of the hallmarks of Teotitlán del Valle textiles is the use of natural dyes, obtained from local plants, insects, and minerals, which give life to a rich palette of earthy and vibrant colors, passed down recipes and techniques from generation to generation. While wool rugs are their main product, the artisans' creativity extends to a wide range of items, including sarapes, bags, table runners, and cushion covers, all bearers of the rich Zapotec cultural heritage.
Visiting Teotitlán del Valle offers a true cultural immersion, where artisans open their home-workshops to proudly share their creative process and the story behind their designs, providing a unique opportunity to appreciate the dedication, skill, and passion invested in each piece. Purchasing a handcraft directly from its creators not only allows you to take home an object of exceptional beauty, but also a tangible part of the history and soul of this extraordinary community, where textile art is, without a doubt, the essence of its being.
