Andean Textiles & Books
Purchase Andean Textiles at the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco (CTTC)
The Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco (CTTC) sells the work of member communities through its online store. It’s a great place to see the artisans’ work and to buy gifts, garments and household items while supporting the weavers.
Las Traditiones viven
Las Tradiciones Viven: Ñawpa Yachay Ninchukunaqa Kawsanmi, by the Young Weavers of the Centro de Textiles Tradicionales de Cusco (CTTC). Published by Thrums Books, 2018. This wonderful book, with photography and text by young weavers from the 10 CTTC communities, tells the stories of their textile traditions, their lives, and the life of their communities. Content is in Spanish with English translation and a bit of Quechua, for the pleasure of young weavers and their communities. Thanks to the generosity of Thrums Publishing and the CTTC, we are honored to offer this amazing book for download with a suggested donation of $10 to benefit the Young Weavers programs at CTTC.