My deep appreciation for architecture has brought me back to Huancavelica for a 4th time. The small Andean city has an intact Colonial Plaza de Armas, there have been no significant construction modifications and it's quite beautiful. As Peru progresses, they are often quick to tear...

In 2003, Dick and Mary bought Wilber's Tree of Life Tapestry ' The Niño Perdido' ( the lost child) and they've proudly displayed it ever since. That was Wilber's first trip to Minnesota, and the first time he wove his compelling life story. Imagine, being able to weave...

On a lovely September evening in St.Paul, fifty 'Fundacion Comunidad' supporters came together to celebrate the flavor of the Andes. Chef Enrique Nuñez from Puno, Peru, dazzled the happy crowd with a great example of Peruvian Cuisine that has made the country famous in the...

A real highlight in my business, is the relationships I get to build and then hang onto! It's the magic of Peru. For instance, my friend Susan came on the Peru adventure in 2009. I've been fortunate to travel and connect with her frequently since then. The latest visit was also about...

Every year when it's close to the end of Wilber Quispe's summer stay, a few special pieces come off the loom about now. We have 4 looms here in Minnesota, three for Wilber and one for me! I don't aim to finish my weaving in a timely manner, I'm more exercising the right side of...

On a beautiful July evening, fourteen supporters of 'Fundacion Comunidad' gathered on the rooftop of Lois Libby's Mill City condo, for a gourmet dinner. The participants have all been to Peru and continue to hold the culture close at heart. The dinner was a live auction item at the...

Maximo Laura has been weaving since he was a child, a skill passed down from his Father. His hometown of Ayacucho, Peru, is the capital of weaving. It wasn't a rare event for a young man to carry on the craft.Due to the political strife in the area that gripped the highlands in violence,...

Peru is a special place that attracts special people. We just had a FUNdraiser for Fundacíon Comunidad, many of the honored guests have been on the Peru trip. It was a big reunion! The deep connection to the Andean people that is made during the trips, lives on in their minds and hearts....

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...

On Jan 15, 2014, at 2:24 PM, Christy Maxfield wrote:I think it's been about 10 years since my Peru trip, which hardly seems possible! You do fantastic work and open up a world that not many people would otherwise get to see. Even though I've been many places since then,...