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JOURNEY TO THE TAHUAYO AND SHIFTING TIDES IN CHINO

We have had a long relationship with the artisans from Chino, but I learned that conditions, their need and interests have been shifting over time.  It was time for us to adapt.... "The artisans confirmed they did not want any more trainings to make woven animals.  They would welcome support for chambira reforestation but showed little interest in communications workshops since Dolly was doing social media for them.  One idea with a spark was making better chambira earrings with help from their former leader Estelita who had pushed herself to make high-quality designs. "