La Casa de la Makana
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ADRIAN FRANCISC... F
15 bidrag
aug. 2023 • Venner
La Casa de la Makana es un lugar impresionante que mantiene viva una cultura valiosa a pesar del paso de los años. Aunque muestra signos de envejecimiento, su cuidado y dedicación son evidentes. Nuestro guía tenía un profundo conocimiento sobre la elaboración de productos de lana de borrego, lo que enriqueció nuestra experiencia. Además, el espacio de venta de artesanías es amplio y variado, ofreciendo una amplia selección de productos para comprar y llevar a casa como recuerdos.
Skrevet 21. august 2023
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Janet W
Brussel, Belgia223 bidrag
jul. 2023 • Alene
This is an interesting stop if you’re in the area of Cuenca. There’s no need whatsoever to book a pricy tour here; at the bus terminal just take any bus to Gualaceo and tell the driver to let you off at the Casa de la Makana. He stops right in front. You just pay $1 for a short tour. I was on my own and the son of the owner took me around right away. His English was quite understandable and he explained the whole process. Learning how they made their own dyes was fascinating, using various plants (and even an insect) to obtain each color. When you see the amount of time it takes for each step, you can understand why a makana is not cheap. Their small shop has some lovely scarves, shawls, ponchos, ties, and even shoes made out of the makana material. It’s a family business that has been going for six generations, so they know how to produce quality goods, even in this very rustic atelier.
After visiting, you can hop another bus onto Gualaceo or back to Cuenca.
After visiting, you can hop another bus onto Gualaceo or back to Cuenca.
Skrevet 1. august 2023
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Ldean3954
Arizona75 bidrag
jan. 2023 • Familie
I wasn't sure what to expect when I booked this tour through Polylepis Tours. This is a working family traditional textile mill. We saw several different looms in use, learned how natural dyes are made from plants, minerals, and even insects. There is a nice store there, but no pressure to purchase. I purchased a lovely shawl there.
Skrevet 19. januar 2023
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Luc B
28 bidrag
okt. 2022
famille d'artisan spécialisée dans la fabrication d'IKAT
explication complète des différentes étapes de fabrication y compris les colorations naturelles, magasin bien achalandé
accueil très sympathique
explication complète des différentes étapes de fabrication y compris les colorations naturelles, magasin bien achalandé
accueil très sympathique
Skrevet 23. november 2022
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Miryam Z
1 bidrag
jul. 2021 • Familie
Un lugar poco conocido que no se debe dejar de visitar debido a que guardan saberes ancestrales en la elaboración de cada una de sus prendas textiles originales y únicas
Skrevet 3. juli 2021
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tefapas001
Quito, Ecuador4 bidrag
jul. 2021 • Familie
Simplemente hermoso, un taller en donde aun se conserva el uso de telares tradicionales con artesanos amables y muy hábiles. Conservan los saberes tradicionales al elaborar sus prendas textiles
Skrevet 3. juli 2021
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michael c
Stockholm, Sverige1 081 bidrag
okt. 2020
to visit if you are interested in weaving. they will show you all steps of the process in their manufacturing.
Skrevet 15. oktober 2020
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Stephen V
Cuenca, Ecuador758 bidrag
okt. 2020
La Casa de la Makana is just a half-hour from Cuenca, in the Gualaceo canton of Azuay. Think of a canton as a county.
It is owned and operated by José Jiménez, a Gualaceo craftsman who is helping to keep the art of Ikat alive. According to the Smithsonian Center for Education and Museum Studies, Ikat is a Malay-Indonesian term for a dyeing technique that is “one of the most complicated approaches to dyeing found anywhere in the world.” José demonstrated to our tour group of four people what it takes to make the dye. My wife held out her hand, and our gracious host squashed some tiny insects (Cochineal) in her hand. He added liquid, and... Voila! You have an intense "royal" red dye. I use the word royal as only Inca royalty was allowed to wear cochineal dyed clothing.
All sorts of dyes are made from 'natural' sources that are created in lovely earthen pots. Lichens are for greens. Walnut shells make browns, and minerals from rocks produce greys. As for blue dye, Indigofera tinctoria is used. It is a species of plant from the bean family. As you can see... No chemicals!!
Ikat is one of the oldest forms of textile design, and although it is common to many cultures around the world, the weavings produced in Ecuador are considered to be among the best. In Ecuador and other parts of the world the tradition is in steady decline. The work of José Jiménez is internationally recognized.
There are so many beautiful macanas to choose from in their upstairs store! My wife and our good friend spent a good amount of time trying to narrow down their choices.
Everyone should make the journey to La Casa de la Makana to appreciate the beautiful handcrafted textiles! The colors and craftsmanship will have you wanting some for your home and to wear. To top that off, take your time to enjoy the simple, but beautiful pottery that adorns this lovely "house." You will leave La Casa de la Makana with a huge smile on your face because you experienced some of the great culture and history of this wonderful country. And hopefully, you are bringing some of that back to your home.
It is owned and operated by José Jiménez, a Gualaceo craftsman who is helping to keep the art of Ikat alive. According to the Smithsonian Center for Education and Museum Studies, Ikat is a Malay-Indonesian term for a dyeing technique that is “one of the most complicated approaches to dyeing found anywhere in the world.” José demonstrated to our tour group of four people what it takes to make the dye. My wife held out her hand, and our gracious host squashed some tiny insects (Cochineal) in her hand. He added liquid, and... Voila! You have an intense "royal" red dye. I use the word royal as only Inca royalty was allowed to wear cochineal dyed clothing.
All sorts of dyes are made from 'natural' sources that are created in lovely earthen pots. Lichens are for greens. Walnut shells make browns, and minerals from rocks produce greys. As for blue dye, Indigofera tinctoria is used. It is a species of plant from the bean family. As you can see... No chemicals!!
Ikat is one of the oldest forms of textile design, and although it is common to many cultures around the world, the weavings produced in Ecuador are considered to be among the best. In Ecuador and other parts of the world the tradition is in steady decline. The work of José Jiménez is internationally recognized.
There are so many beautiful macanas to choose from in their upstairs store! My wife and our good friend spent a good amount of time trying to narrow down their choices.
Everyone should make the journey to La Casa de la Makana to appreciate the beautiful handcrafted textiles! The colors and craftsmanship will have you wanting some for your home and to wear. To top that off, take your time to enjoy the simple, but beautiful pottery that adorns this lovely "house." You will leave La Casa de la Makana with a huge smile on your face because you experienced some of the great culture and history of this wonderful country. And hopefully, you are bringing some of that back to your home.
Skrevet 6. oktober 2020
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FaithGlo
Dallas, TX33 bidrag
mar. 2020 • Venner
This family run artesian business has been in business for decades! You can see them making the fabric onsite. Once you see the effort that goes into the fabric, you will want to buy any number of items in their store. It’s really close to Cuenca and really worth the trip.
Skrevet 12. mars 2020
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Linette L
New York157 bidrag
jul. 2019
We decided to make an unscheduled stop here on the way back to Cuenca from Chordeleg - it' s just off the road, and easy to spot. At the door, there is a sign indicating the short tour is available for somewhere between $1-$5 (I don't remember the exact amount). However, they did not collect the money from us - perhaps because we made a purchase.
They were able to give us a demonstration without waiting. We had a short tour with an English speaking guide (a member of the family - I don't remember her name but she was very nice and informative!) who took us through the different steps of the weaving process. (I really liked learning about how to make the different dyes). All together, it was maybe 15 minutes for the demonstration.
Afterwards, we shopped around the store. There was no pressure to purchase anything, but the fabrics are gorgeous. The prices are perhaps a little high, but not outrageously so (about $25 for a scarf, $45 for a shawl).
They were able to give us a demonstration without waiting. We had a short tour with an English speaking guide (a member of the family - I don't remember her name but she was very nice and informative!) who took us through the different steps of the weaving process. (I really liked learning about how to make the different dyes). All together, it was maybe 15 minutes for the demonstration.
Afterwards, we shopped around the store. There was no pressure to purchase anything, but the fabrics are gorgeous. The prices are perhaps a little high, but not outrageously so (about $25 for a scarf, $45 for a shawl).
Skrevet 22. august 2019
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isabella81377
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Alquien sabe si este workshop abierto en domingo? muchas gracias
Famores81
Quito, Ecuador18 bidrag
Normalmente si abre todos los días. Siempre hay alguien que atiende a los turistas. Hay que pagar USD 1,00 por persona por la visita.
MLCooper2015
Oakland, CA5 bidrag
Hi, We would like to visit next Wed, but don't know your hours. Are you open on Wednesdays, and if so, what time do you open/close? Also, what is the best way to get there from Cuenca? We do not have a car. Thank you!
Ryan J
Budapest, Ungarn1 210 bidrag
What is the address? We are here in Cuenca now.
Elizabeth S
Salinas, Ecuador155 bidrag
If you are taking a taxi or the bus just tell them to take you to Makana on the road to Gualaceo (before) on right hand side. Is about 45 mins from Cuenca. Enjoy!!! Ps, they have the best prices as the ratailers mark up their items at least 30%
Mellibella
Cuenca, Ecuador12 bidrag
How do we get to your workshop using the bus from Cuenca?
Thank you.
Elizabeth S
Salinas, Ecuador155 bidrag
Sorry, do not know. Only used a driver but you should be able to take the Gualaceo bus and tell the bus driver to drop you off at Makana.
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