The Puno area of Peru is one of the most economically stressed in the country. It's also the knitting capital of South America. I first started working with 'Minka' a co-op of women and the first in Peru to be certified 'Fair Trade' back in 1990. Their work is very unique due...

I was fortunate to be invited to visit the Indian Market in Santa Fe recently. That wasn't my onlyfocus; art galleries, farmers market and delicious food dominated my time and what a treat it was.This was my 2nd visit this year and I can now say I've seen alot of Navajo rugs!...

ArtAndes has landed three rugs in the ASID Showcase Home Tour. What is especially fitting is that Dan Buettner/ author of 'The Blue Zone' has embraced the spirit of the hand-weave in his home makeover. Working with Mary Maney of Crystal Kitchen Designs, the rugs were custom wove for...