Glass carving

To carve glass, various wheels of different shapes, sizes, and materials are always used with water and in some cases an abrasive, then ground and then polished.

Sogería

Some of the techniques applied to these handicrafts were transported from the first settlers to their experiences as sailors, fishermen, basket makers, etc. If so, the raw material was different if it was offered with all generosity, and it took little time to discover its excellent resistance and adaptation to local needs.

In Argentina, since the 17th century, raw leather crafts have had great importance and utility. 

Andean crafts 

All hand-weaving techniques date back to pre-Columbian times when women began to dedicate themselves to raising alpacas. Later, they began to realize that animals could not only serve as shelter but also that from them, they could create handicrafts and decorative items to exchange (in the beginning) and sell. This is how peasant women developed textile art that remains to this day. 

In the north of Chile, especially in the Andean Atacama, you can find women who make shawls, bags, and vests made of alpaca and vicuña wool.

México 

In Mexico, there is a tendency to color objects full of life. It is a mixture of colors, sensations, fabrics, and textures. Mexican culture is pleasing and festive, and this ends up being extensively represented by Mexican handicrafts, which show the tremendous cultural baggage and personality of its inhabitants.  

Mexican skull 

It's impossible to talk about Mexican crafts without remembering the famous Mexican skulls. They are a great cultural representation and are known as Las Catrinas. They 

emerged as part of the celebration of Día de los Muertos, which takes place on November 2, and is one of the most festive holidays in the country. 

Sombreiros 

It is impossible to think of Mexico without thinking of the characteristic hats of its people. As is the Mexican tradition, sombreros are made from materials such as straw and can be very colorful. They are beautiful pieces of Mexican craftsmanship, and, in history, they say that they came about because field workers used them to protect themselves from the sun. 

Some other sources say that the knights of Guadalajara used the piece as part of their uniforms. It is a great icon of the country's culture and can be used in home decor hanging on the wall: a fun and cheerful touch. 

Colored blankets 

Blankets are also a significant trademark of Mexican crafts. The pieces are very colorful and can be used in very different ways. Shawls can be used in the cold, like blouses, but vast, or they can be pieces to be used on top of the sofa to give a very colorful and cheerful touch to the environment with very traditional music. of Mexican crafts. 

Peru 

Peru is rich in many aspects and, therefore, is one of the most visited destinations in South America. 

Wood Sculptures 

From images of gods and masks to trays and accessories, this type of art is one of the most traditional Peruvian crafts that impresses with the precision of detail. In addition, the famous Peruvian flutes are also part of this group of handicrafts in wood. 

Stone and Huamanga 

Other very famous sculptures in Peruvian crafts are those made in Huamanga stones, a material of volcanic origin found in certain provinces of Peru. White in color, these stones are the basis of some incredible handicrafts by several artists who inherited their people's millenary customs and traditions. 

Items such as saints, statues, paintings, and decorative objects are meticulously carved out of these stones and sold in various stores and fairs throughout the country. A typically Andean product. 

Ceramics from Chulucanas 

Chulucanas is a small Peru village located in the region of Morropón. Despite not being very touristy, its name is present in practically all Peruvian handicraft stores. Indeed, you will be enchanted by vases, bottles, and ceramic sculptures of the most varied types and a singular perfection. 

With a piece of wood and a rounded stone, the craftsman taps the pottery lightly and shapes it the way he wants. The paintings are done manually, with brushes and special tools, millimeter by millimeter. 

Llama or Alpaca wool 

The accessories and clothing made from the wool of llamas or alpacas in Peru are unmistakable. Almost always with bright colors, these pieces represent a great wealth of Peruvian culture and crafts.

 Among the most common products are the traditional ponchos, hats (known as chullos), blankets, hammocks, hats, shoes, and coats. 

Peruvian Silver 

The works made with Peruvian silver are among the most valued and recognized in the country and the world. Among cords, bracelets, and filigree, this material is found in almost all parts of Peru, especially in the Sacred Valley region. Indeed, silver is one of the resources that most moves the economy of specific areas and shopping tourism in Peru.