Mexico Hand-Guided Machine Pillow by Catstudio

Item #: CATST-HGM-PL-Mexico

$156.00

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Mexico Hand-Guided Machine Pillow by Catstudio

Hola! This original design celebrates the country of Mexico in beautiful detail.
Using vintage sewing machines (they don't build 'em like they used to) the fabric is turned this way and that way allowing the straight needle to swerve and criss-cross the many patterned play of our designs. Only specially trained artisans can handle the quick movements needed to create such masterpieces! Spelling errors guaranteed to enhance their charm and one-of-a-kind workmanship. This pillow is embroidered on an ivory linen-cotton blend cover with tied closure. Accented with black velvet piping.

  • Embroidered on antique sewing machines by super-specialized artisans.
  • Dimensions: 18" x 26"
  • Materials: Linen/cotton blend; Down form included; Tie closure.
  • Made in India
  • Care Instructions: Dry clean only.
  • Fun Facts: The Dahlia Pinnata is the national flower of Mexico. The dahlia plant originated in the mountainous regions of Mexico, central America and Colombia. The Mexi-Pipe is a famous surfing phenomenon (biggest swell of the year) which takes place in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. The Chihuahua is a state and a city in Northern Mexico. It is believed that the short canine of the same name is a descendent of the Techichi, a small dog domesticated by the Mayans. Poinsettias are named after the first US ambassador to Mexico: Joel Roberts Poinsett. The red poinsettia originates in Mexico and was called cuetlaxochitl by the Aztec people. There is a very rare rabbit in Mexico which lives near volcanoes, it is known as the volcano rabbit. The oldest University in North America is the National University of Mexico. It was founded by Charles V of Spain in 1551. Anthony Quinn was the first Mexican born actor to win an Academy Award (he won for his 1952 role in Viva Zapata). Each year millions of Monarch butterflies migrate to Mexico from the north. Mexico City is the oldest city in North America. At 7,382 feet above sea level, Mexico City has the highest elevation of any capital city in North America. The city was originally built on a small island in the middle of Lake Texcoco. Over time the lake was mostly drained of water and the city continues to pump its potable water from aquifers underground. With limited rainfall to replenish the water levels the entire city sinks each year (some estimate that the city sinks 10" annually). Bullfighting is a popular national sport in Mexico (originally introduced to the region by the Spanish). The largest bullring in the world is the 41,000 seat Plaza Mexico located in Mexico City. The Jaguar is the largest wildcat in North America and can be found in the southern jungles of Mexico. Mexico's flag depicts an eagle clutching a snake while perched on a cactus; this imagery is from the tale of the Aztecs' settlement in Mexico. Tomato, Chocolate, and Avocado are all words passed into English from the Aztec language of Nahuatl. Each December, Oaxaca city celebrates the radish with a festival called Noche de rÃÂbanos or Night of the Radishes.
Size:
18''x26''
color:
Multi
material:
Cotton
features:
Hand Crafted