family hammock

Crafted by Costa Rica's Arrieta Roman Family artisans, this handwoven hammock chair takes comfort to a new level. Made with a dark brown laurel wood frame, its cappuccino-colored fabric with white stripes is handwoven with a blend of recycled cotton and polyester fabric trimmings reclaimed from garment factories. A row of fringe hangs from each end of the seat, and the chair back can be adjusted to four different positions.

Crafted by the Arrieta Roman Family of artisans from Costa Rica, this handwoven hammock chair takes comfort to a new level. Made with a dark brown laurel wood frame, its green, yellow, white and purple striped fabric is handwoven with a blend of recycled cotton and polyester fabric trimmings reclaimed from garment factories. A row of fringe hangs from each end of the seat, and the chair back can be adjusted to four different positions.

Kick back and relax for a very sweet afternoon nap in this gorgeous hammock swing. The Maya Artists of Yucatan collective hand-weave it from 100% cotton rope in a deep honey brown, and add a beautiful long fringe for an extra breezy touch. Ropes, wooden rod, and hammock hooks are provided for easy installation.

Hammocks have been used by Mayan peoples since pre-Hispanic times. The Maya Artists of the Yucatan collective seeks to keep this ancient art alive by providing its members with training, access to new materials and techniques, and financial support.

Artisan Suresh Pant of India transforms wood he finds on walks in the jungle into beautiful sculpture. Inspired by the natural shape of this piece of khair wood, the artisan portrays three friends basking in the warmth of the morning sun and each other's company. "I remember spending time in the morning hours chatting with friends in the hillock of my village. When I saw this piece, it immediately took me back to those days," says the artisan.