Blog
Guides, FAQs and everything about the world of Iraca.
Here we gather care guides, frequently asked questions, shipping information and everything you need to know about Iraca palm crafts from Usiacurí, Atlántico. Content written for those who want to care for their Colombian handmade pieces and learn more about hand weaving.
Each post is designed to accompany you before, during and after your purchase: from how to recognize authentic craftsmanship to how to preserve it for years.
Materials
The Colors of Iraca: How a Natural Fiber Is Dyed
From natural to black across 25 tones: how Iraca palm is dyed, why the color never chips, and how to choose the right shade.
Style
How to Style an Iraca Bag for Any Occasion
Beach, wedding, city or office: which shape, size and color of handwoven Iraca palm bag works for each occasion, and what to wear it with.
Process
From Palm Shoot to Bag: How an Iraca Piece Is Woven
The full process behind a Colombian handmade Iraca palm bag: fiber, dyeing, weaving, assembly and finishing. Why it takes days, not minutes.
Sustainability
Iraca: Why a Renewable Fiber Is the Sustainable Choice
Why Iraca palm is a renewable, biodegradable fiber, what sets it apart from fast fashion, and how to read a sustainability claim.
Home
Setting a Table with Handwoven Placemats and Napkin Rings
A practical guide to setting a table with Iraca palm placemats and napkin rings: measurements, color combinations, occasions and care.
Origin
What Is Iraca Palm and Why This Fiber Lasts Decades
Iraca isn't really a palm, and it's the same fiber as the Panama hat. What Carludovica palmata is, how it's processed, and why it lasts so long.
Business
Handmade Corporate Gifts in Colombia: A Guide for Companies
How to plan a handmade corporate gift from Colombia: lead times, volumes, customization, and what to have ready before requesting a quote.
Origin
Usiacurí: The Town in Atlántico That Weaves Iraca
Usiacurí, Atlántico, is the heart of Iraca palm craftsmanship on Colombia's Caribbean coast. Its history, its craft, and why origin matters.
Purchase Information
Shipping, Delivery and Purchase Policy: Everything You Need to Know Before Ordering
Everything you need to know about shipping, delivery times, exchanges and returns for our handmade Iraca palm products. Worldwide shipping available.
Transparency
Why Authentic Craftsmanship Matters: What Distinguishes Genuine Iraca Products
Discover how to know your Iraca products are authentic Colombian handmade crafts and what the handmade seal means.
FAQ
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Iraca Products (And Were Afraid to Ask)
We answer the most common questions about handmade Iraca palm products: materials, durability, handmade craftsmanship, and more.
Care Guide
How to Care for Your Iraca Palm Products: Complete Guide for Lasting Years
Learn how to clean, preserve, and hydrate your Iraca palm crafts so they last a lifetime.