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No matter where you place this hammock, you'll feel like you are floating in the clouds. Estuardo Cofino in Guatemala designs the single hammock, which is handwoven from cotton on a traditional loom. The heathered navy fabric is complemented by dark blue tassels.

The Maya have used hammocks since ancient times for sleeping. Whether you use your indoors or out, for sleeping or just relaxing, you'll appreciate the workmanship that goes into this handwoven rope hammock from the Maya Artists of the Yucatan. The comfortable single hammock is crafted from all-cotton yarns in navy blue and features loops at both ends for suspending it from trees, posts, or a hammock stand.

The warm nights in Mexico's Caribbean coast inspire the design of this alluring hammock swing. Woven by hand in traditional looms, this hammock swing evidences the care of the Maya Artists of the Yucatan. The hammock swing includes a pinewood rod and cotton strings for hanging.

Ropes and hammock hooks are provided for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each hammock is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters.

Soft cotton threads are patiently hand-woven into a spacious hammock. Utilizing ancestral techniques, skilled artisans create this beautiful work and adorn its edges with long fringe, crocheted and knotted by hand. From Maya Artists of the Yucatan, its twin stretchers are carved from pinewood.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

Woven by hand in black, this comfortable hammock invites a siesta. Maya Artists of the Yucatan create it in the same way they have for centuries, finishing the ends with strong loops for hanging.

Because each one is individually handmade, size can vary slightly.

Woven by hand in black, this comfortable hammock invites a siesta. Maya Artists of the Yucatan create it in the same way they have for centuries, finishing the ends with strong loops for hanging.

Because each one is individually handmade, size can vary slightly.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.