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Make Your Own Backstrap Loom in Antigua Guatemala

Antigua, Guatemala
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • All materials to make your own loom (approx. 9" x 23") - cotton threads, wooden rods, belt, rope
    • A light snack and drink
    • Backstrap Weaving Resources List in PDF form
    • A canvas bag to take home your loom
    • One-on-one instruction from a master Kaqchikel Maya weaver (Spanish and English possible)

      Meeting and Pickup

      Meeting point

      • Kakaw Designs
        1a Avenida Sur 4B, Antigua Guatemala 00000, Guatemala

        Our address is 1a Avenida Sur #4B in Antigua Guatemala. You can find us on Google Maps for directions. Please ring the bell and we'll open the gate to welcome you into our studio space! We're the only property around that opens up to a lush courtyard with a fountain.

      End point

      This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      Start time
      .9:00 am

      What To Expect

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Stroller accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Most travelers can participate
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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      Cancellation Policy

      You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

      Reviews

      5.0
      based on 1 review
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      Great experience!

      Shirley_S, Feb 2026
      Very educational and fun! Well worth it, we really enjoyed this activity! So glad we could take them home.

      Response from Host, May 2026

      Thank you very much for your visit, Shirley. It was a pleasure having you here for our classes. We hope to see you again soon.
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