by WovenWisdom | May 28, 2016 | Design, Fair Trade, Fashion, Lake Atitlán, Volunteering
My name is Catherine. I have a background in fashion and had the opportunity to work with the members of Sabor del Sol for a few months as they were learning to sew on machines and create new designs to expand their business. We focused on aprons but worked on many...
by JUSTA Collective | Mar 8, 2016 | Beauty, Design, Fair Trade, Fashion
For a number of months, I have been part of the Global JUST Designs team, working on new products for the 2016 collection. When I design for a company, my first step is always thinking of the person who will wear the final product. I have to put myself into someone...
by JUSTA Collective | Feb 21, 2016 | Fair Trade, Fashion
As a child, one of my favorite experiences was visiting the International exhibit of my city’s Children’s Museum. I was captivated by the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the indigenous textiles and dolls. It’s no wonder, then, that I was led by instinct to...
by JUSTA Collective | Jan 26, 2016 | Design, Fashion
My name is Ida came to Lake Atitlán from Finland to do my final-year internship for fashion design school with JUSTA & Global Designs. It was a decision that I made very spontaneously after meeting some travelers with good vibes and stories of this place’s beauty....
by JUSTA Collective | Nov 11, 2015 | Design, Fair Trade, Fashion
The world of transformational festivals is a magical place. One filled with art, wonder, colorful characters, and amazing situations that seem impossible. At festivals, and in every day life, clothing and fashion are a major part of identity. Breaking away...
by JUSTA Collective | Mar 31, 2015 | Beauty, Cooperatives, Design, Fair Trade, Fashion, Lake Atitlán
The Kem Ajachel Textile Cooperative, a group of over 70 women, is a Mayan textile haven. All woven textile items in the Global JUST Designs store are constructed by this group of lovely women. The Cooperative Headquarters is nestled in Panajachel Lago Atitlan, with a...
