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Free Download: Zinacantán Knitting Swatch Pattern
Download a PDF pattern with the parts to be embroidered and practice the Zinacantán stitch, a traditional Mexican technique applied to contemporary embroidery Embroidery is much more than a decorative technique: it is a way to pass on knowledge, preserve traditions, and tell stories through thread and fabric. Over generations, many communities have developed their own embroidery styles that reflect their identity, their environment, and their way of understanding the world. This downloadable pattern will allow you to practice the Zinacantán stitch through a guided sampler—a tool designed to familiarize you with the structure of the stitch before incorporating it into your own projects. It’s an invitation to learn through practice, but also through respect for the origins of this textile tradition and the knowledge that keeps it alive.
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Mexicali, Mexico
