The Artisan Journal

The Timeless Craft of Frazadas

A frazada is a handwoven Peruvian wool blanket — the Spanish word just means blanket; the Andean thing is more specific. What it is made of, how long it takes to weave, how it differs from a cobija...

How to Care for Your Frazada Rug

A frazada is not a washable rug. Here is everything you need to know to care for yours properly — routine upkeep, spills, moths, sunlight, storage, and when to call a specialist.

Frazada vs Kilim: What's the Difference?

A frazada and a kilim are both flat-woven textiles, but they come from different traditions, use different fibres, and behave differently on the floor. Here's what sets them apart — and how to choo...

Five Ways to Style a Frazada in Your Home (And Why Every Piece Is a One-Off)

A frazada on the floor, the wall, the sofa, the bed, or outside — five specific ways to use a handwoven Peruvian blanket at home, with colour pairing, sizing, and care notes.

From Andean Blanket to Everyday Object: The Frazada Story

What is a frazada? A handwoven Andean blanket made over weeks in the Peruvian highlands — and the material behind the bags, cushions, and rugs at Orange Inca.