La Esperanza

Located in the Hualhuas District near Huancayo, a group of five women formed the artisan group, Hope.  In the house of one of the members, La Esperanza works on three small looms producing products with traditional Andean motifs.  The members include: Graciela Damaza Maldonado, a dynamic and creative artisan who weaves attractive pillow covers; Margot Karin Lazo, the eldest of Graciela’s siblings; Georgina Elizabeth Lazo, an optimistic and engaging weaver; and Maria Tomaza Inga, a knowledgeable weaver who also helps her husband in his brick-making workshop.

Members:

Luz Vásquez, Graciela Damaza, Margot Lazo, Georgina Lazo, Maria Tomaza