Phenominal cultural experience! I was in Antigue for a week accompanying my husband on his medical mission trip. After searching for a class to learn a Guatemalan craft with a Guatemalan master I found Kakaw Designs. I signed up for three days of private lesson to try to learn backstop weaving techniques used by traditional weavers in Guatemala. With no prior experiences with weaving (of any kind) I was a bit worried. But Evelyn was the most patient teacher. She guided me and helped me every step of the way. I had so much fun and managed to weave a beautiful cloth!

I highly recommend taking this class if you have the time. To immerse yourself in the culture of the local artisans is definitely the highlight of the week I spent in Antigue.

3 day backstrap weaving I had such a great time learning to weave at Kakaw designs! I emailed them to ask about a little longer workshop than the ones they have listed on their website. It was no problem! They set up a 3 day course where I learned to set up the loom, learn the basic principle of weaving, and learn some brocade.

It was amazing, I learned so much! Eve is a great teacher, very kind, patient and an amazing craftswoman! She has eagle eyes and can spot a missed thread immediately!

At the end of the 3 days I got to take my loom with me!

Great embroidery class I had a wonderful private embroidery lesson at Kakaw Designs. It included historical information as well as embroidery techniques. Everything was translated into English so I had no problem keeping up. I highly recommend taking a class with them (or just buying from their exquisite shop if you’re feeling lazy).

Wonderful treat Such a privilege to get a private backstrap weaving lesson with Eve as well as be helped by Evelyn and Mari. I plan to take another lesson at Kawkaw designs in Antigua when I return.

Relaxing authentic experience in Antigua. I contacted Kakaw Designs to ask about a weaving class for my 7 year old son and I to take. They were very helpful and helped me set expectations. (I wasn't quite sure how my 7 year old could handle something so technical).

On the day of class, we arrived at a beautiful garden setting to meet with Doña Everilda, our teacher. She was wonderful and helped both me and my son learn the art of backstrap weaving. We were served snacks and water and the whole class was just so peaceful and wonderful.

I highly recommend taking this class. It makes you appreciate this wonderful ancient art so unique to Guatemala.