Information received from Yoshiko Wada. President World Shibori Network:
Zapotec Weavers of Oaxaca, May 15 (Berkeley, CA)
OPEN HOUSE and meet weaver friends from Oaxaca, Mexico!
A casual afternoon to meet and chat with two inspiring families who continue to practice and preserve an ancient tradition. Critically recognized for combining traditional patterns with modern sensibilities, they will be bringing their handwoven tapetes for viewing and purchase.
MAY 15, TUESDAY
1:00 - 5:00 pm
696 Hilldale Avenue
North Berkeley Hills
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Also check out their lecture "The Future of Tradition: Weavers of Oaxaca" May 10 @ 12 PM, Commonwealth Club SF
Eric Chavez and Jacobo Mendoza studied natural dyeing with Michel Garcia.
Colors of Americas
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Pamela
http://www.tribaltextiles.infoon-line tribal textiles resource