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Weaving Healing: Diana’s Story and the Art of Beading

Weaving Healing: Diana’s Story and the Art of B...

At Eclectic Array, every piece we share holds a story of tradition, resilience, and the deep-rooted connection between craft and spirit. One of these stories belongs to Diana García, a...

Weaving Healing: Diana’s Story and the Art of B...

At Eclectic Array, every piece we share holds a story of tradition, resilience, and the deep-rooted connection between craft and spirit. One of these stories belongs to Diana García, a...

The Power of Sharing Love: Stories That Inspire

The Power of Sharing Love: Stories That Inspire

Love comes in many forms—self-love, romantic love, friendship, and the bonds we share with family and even our pets. At Eclectic Array, we believe in celebrating all types of love, and...

The Power of Sharing Love: Stories That Inspire

Love comes in many forms—self-love, romantic love, friendship, and the bonds we share with family and even our pets. At Eclectic Array, we believe in celebrating all types of love, and...

The Impact of Black Friday 24': Warming Hearts in Chiapas

The Impact of Black Friday 24': Warming Hearts ...

Last year’s Black Friday was more than just a day of shopping, it became a day of giving, thanks to your support. During that weekend, all profits from your purchases...

The Impact of Black Friday 24': Warming Hearts ...

Last year’s Black Friday was more than just a day of shopping, it became a day of giving, thanks to your support. During that weekend, all profits from your purchases...

Team Trip 2024 - Los Cabos Edition

Team Trip 2024 - Los Cabos Edition

This year, our team had the incredible opportunity to come together from all corners of Mexico for a trip that felt like coming home—to the place where it all began:...

Team Trip 2024 - Los Cabos Edition

This year, our team had the incredible opportunity to come together from all corners of Mexico for a trip that felt like coming home—to the place where it all began:...

How are wool stuffed animals made?

How are wool stuffed animals made?

The wool stuffed animals are made in Chiapas by Tzotzil women. Colorful and beautiful, the hand crafted animals that express the soul of their makers have quickly become a favorite...

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How are wool stuffed animals made?

The wool stuffed animals are made in Chiapas by Tzotzil women. Colorful and beautiful, the hand crafted animals that express the soul of their makers have quickly become a favorite...

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Travel-Inspired Jewelry Picks

Travel-Inspired Jewelry Picks

1. Tell us about yourself, the history of your brand and where you started.  Cristina Ramella, a globetrotter designer based in Milan with a colorful passport having lived all over...

Travel-Inspired Jewelry Picks

1. Tell us about yourself, the history of your brand and where you started.  Cristina Ramella, a globetrotter designer based in Milan with a colorful passport having lived all over...

Meet the Artisan behind the backstrap loom

Meet the Artisan behind the backstrap loom

In the heart of Santo Tomás de Jalieza, Ocotlán, Oaxaca, you can find Irma Santo’s house, artisan and now friend of Eclectic Array. Irma comes from a family of artisans...

Meet the Artisan behind the backstrap loom

In the heart of Santo Tomás de Jalieza, Ocotlán, Oaxaca, you can find Irma Santo’s house, artisan and now friend of Eclectic Array. Irma comes from a family of artisans...

You little RIPPA

You little RIPPA

Rippa started at the end of 2010 in Baja California Sur. It is a brand made with love for everyone, but targeting beach babes who like to be comfortable and ready...

You little RIPPA

Rippa started at the end of 2010 in Baja California Sur. It is a brand made with love for everyone, but targeting beach babes who like to be comfortable and ready...

Mexican heritage meets contemporary style.

Mexican heritage meets contemporary style.

We're thrilled to introduce you to these stunning handpainted birkenstock sandals Inspired by the amazing detail of the Alebrije's painting.In the heart of San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca, a family of artisans...

Mexican heritage meets contemporary style.

We're thrilled to introduce you to these stunning handpainted birkenstock sandals Inspired by the amazing detail of the Alebrije's painting.In the heart of San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca, a family of artisans...

Interview  ·  Pam Cosio

Interview · Pam Cosio

 Meet this amazing brand from Oaxaca who we started collaborating with a couple of years ago, their passion, positive impact and dedication to what they do are some of the...

Interview · Pam Cosio

 Meet this amazing brand from Oaxaca who we started collaborating with a couple of years ago, their passion, positive impact and dedication to what they do are some of the...

The art behind blown glass

The art behind blown glass

Perhaps you have never wondered about it, but do you know how glass sculptures and vases are made? The answer is in the art of blown glass. This technique involves...

The art behind blown glass

Perhaps you have never wondered about it, but do you know how glass sculptures and vases are made? The answer is in the art of blown glass. This technique involves...

Interview · The leather masters

Interview · The leather masters

Working with this precious family has been a highlight for me for years. Sarai is more than a designer and partner that we do production with, she is like a...

Interview · The leather masters

Working with this precious family has been a highlight for me for years. Sarai is more than a designer and partner that we do production with, she is like a...

Interview · Ave Fénix

Interview · Ave Fénix

Working with Gaby and her family is a privilege.  Not only have we worked with her for production of shoes for Eclectic Array for years, but now she even works...

Interview · Ave Fénix

Working with Gaby and her family is a privilege.  Not only have we worked with her for production of shoes for Eclectic Array for years, but now she even works...

Bio Bags

Bio Bags

  In San Miguel de Allende, a colonial town in central Mexico, you can meet Arturo.  Arturo’s passion was addressing the large problem of trash throughout Mexico.  He realized that...

Bio Bags

  In San Miguel de Allende, a colonial town in central Mexico, you can meet Arturo.  Arturo’s passion was addressing the large problem of trash throughout Mexico.  He realized that...

Interview · De La Rosa Tulum

Interview · De La Rosa Tulum

What do you like the most about where you live and where is that?    Tulum is a small town near the beach in the Riviera Maya. We chose this...

Interview · De La Rosa Tulum

What do you like the most about where you live and where is that?    Tulum is a small town near the beach in the Riviera Maya. We chose this...

Artisan Series: Irma & Pedro.

Artisan Series: Irma & Pedro.

I first met Irma near Santo Domingo, a historical, beautiful church in Oaxaca City.  I saw her products and talent on the side of the road and after visiting with...

Artisan Series: Irma & Pedro.

I first met Irma near Santo Domingo, a historical, beautiful church in Oaxaca City.  I saw her products and talent on the side of the road and after visiting with...

The story behind: Axkan Taller.

The story behind: Axkan Taller.

Hi, I´m Fernanda. When I was a little kid, I remember that my imagination was exploding with ideas, and growing as a monkey in the jungle of Caribe, had nature...

The story behind: Axkan Taller.

Hi, I´m Fernanda. When I was a little kid, I remember that my imagination was exploding with ideas, and growing as a monkey in the jungle of Caribe, had nature...

Artisan Series 2: Pepita Nelson "The Cabo Designer"

Artisan Series 2: Pepita Nelson "The Cabo Desig...

Meet Pepita.  She has lived here in Cabo San Lucas for over 25 years and was quite possibly the first retailer for women's fashion and for sure the longest standing...

Artisan Series 2: Pepita Nelson "The Cabo Desig...

Meet Pepita.  She has lived here in Cabo San Lucas for over 25 years and was quite possibly the first retailer for women's fashion and for sure the longest standing...

Moms Make the World Go Round

Moms Make the World Go Round

I love being part of our community in which our stores have blossomed!  The Sarahuaro Foundation is a local organization that supports and empowers women to give them life skills and...

Moms Make the World Go Round

I love being part of our community in which our stores have blossomed!  The Sarahuaro Foundation is a local organization that supports and empowers women to give them life skills and...

Artisan Series Episode 1: Joanna. * A Woman Overflowing with Love *

Artisan Series Episode 1: Joanna. * A Woman Ove...

It was about 3 years ago that I met Joanna. We spent our weekends at the Sunday Market at Baja Beans in Pescadero and got to know each other over...

Artisan Series Episode 1: Joanna. * A Woman Ove...

It was about 3 years ago that I met Joanna. We spent our weekends at the Sunday Market at Baja Beans in Pescadero and got to know each other over...

Celebrating the Artisans behind the Brand

Celebrating the Artisans behind the Brand

At Eclectic Array we not only empower artisans, but we celebrate them and their work.  We love being able to share their stories with you so that you not only...

Celebrating the Artisans behind the Brand

At Eclectic Array we not only empower artisans, but we celebrate them and their work.  We love being able to share their stories with you so that you not only...

Spotlight: Unique Mexican Designs, Mizpah Q&A “La creación es obra del amor”

Spotlight: Unique Mexican Designs, Mizpah Q&A “...

Carla and Rodrigo started designing jewlery in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato where they met a few years ago. He has 20+ years of experience crafting jewelry and Carla has been...

Spotlight: Unique Mexican Designs, Mizpah Q&A “...

Carla and Rodrigo started designing jewlery in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato where they met a few years ago. He has 20+ years of experience crafting jewelry and Carla has been...

Spotlight: you little RIPPA

Spotlight: you little RIPPA

Rippa started at the end of 2010 in Baja California Sur. It is a brand made with love for everyone, but targeting beach babes who like to be comfortable and...

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Spotlight: you little RIPPA

Rippa started at the end of 2010 in Baja California Sur. It is a brand made with love for everyone, but targeting beach babes who like to be comfortable and...

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Spotlight: Ray Swimwear

Spotlight: Ray Swimwear

The Art of the Perfect Swimsuit While most people enjoy going to the beach, not everyone enjoys trying on swimwear or buying new swimwear, but once you are introduced to...

Spotlight: Ray Swimwear

The Art of the Perfect Swimsuit While most people enjoy going to the beach, not everyone enjoys trying on swimwear or buying new swimwear, but once you are introduced to...

Spotlight: Ebb & Flow

Spotlight: Ebb & Flow

I met this sweet gal, Cambria, last week at the Baja Beans Market in Pescadero. After visiting with her, her sweet smile, great energy, and super cute booth set up,...

Spotlight: Ebb & Flow

I met this sweet gal, Cambria, last week at the Baja Beans Market in Pescadero. After visiting with her, her sweet smile, great energy, and super cute booth set up,...

Spotlight: Acuarela Swimwear

Spotlight: Acuarela Swimwear

Who doesn't love the beach? And with a love for the beach, comes the necessity of swimwear, not to mention cute swimwear.I had the opportunity to interview this super cool...

Spotlight: Acuarela Swimwear

Who doesn't love the beach? And with a love for the beach, comes the necessity of swimwear, not to mention cute swimwear.I had the opportunity to interview this super cool...

Spotlight: Atelier Naica Jewelry

Spotlight: Atelier Naica Jewelry

Atelier Naica is made up of the creations by designer and artisan Melissa Casteneda.   Melissa Castaneda, a jewelry designer and silversmith, was born in Guadalajara, Mexico in 1978 and...

Spotlight: Atelier Naica Jewelry

Atelier Naica is made up of the creations by designer and artisan Melissa Casteneda.   Melissa Castaneda, a jewelry designer and silversmith, was born in Guadalajara, Mexico in 1978 and...