OUR STORY
Caralarga was founded in 2014 based on a simple yet powerful idea: to transform raw cotton thread and textile waste into unique, timeless, and sustainable handcrafted jewelry pieces. From our earliest days, we have been inspired by the beauty of natural materials and the possibility of giving them new life through manual techniques.
Over time, we began to experiment with other raw materials such as sansevieria fiber—a plant from the Yucatán Peninsula—and recycled bull horn. This creative evolution led us to collaborate with artisans who preserve ancestral techniques and who, like us, value respect for nature.
The natural development of our work in textile jewelry led us to think about larger formats. This is how we began a new path towards the design of decorative pieces for interiors, where raw cotton once again took center stage: decorative accents, looms, tapestries, mirrors, and lamps began to form part of our portfolio. With this, we found a new way of thinking about hand-weaving: as a large-scale language that transforms spaces.
For several years, we worked with cotton sourced from the former El Hércules textile factory, where our workshop was also located. This emblematic factory, a symbol of the industrial boom in Querétaro since the 19th century, closed its doors in 2019. Since then, we have continued our work with cotton from new national suppliers, maintaining the quality and spirit of our proposal.
The initial collection of earrings, necklaces, and bracelets was the starting point of a constant evolution that today encompasses clothing and interior design objects: pieces for tables, walls, floors, and large-format works.
Thanks to the public's response and the organic growth of the project, we have expanded our team, which now consists of about 50 people. Many of them are direct relatives of former workers of El Hércules, which allows us to continue weaving a story that honors the textile past of this community.
After almost a decade of growth, Caralarga has ceased to be a small home workshop. We have adapted to current times, expanding our global presence through digital platforms, social networks, and an online store. Today, in addition to sharing our pieces, we tell the stories of the people behind them: a human team whose dedication and talent continue to bring life to each thread.
THE HERCULES NEIGHBORHOOD
Our workshop is located in the former El Hércules textile factory, the epicenter of Querétaro's industrial development since the 19th century. This place not only marked the history of the state, but also gave rise to the neighborhood that surrounds it.
In Caralarga, we honor that legacy by collaborating with descendants of former workers and actively participating in the cultural life of the neighborhood. Traditions like the Rooster Festival inspire us, reminding us that we don't just work at Hércules: we are part of its living history.
SHOWROOM / THE WORKSHOP
In the heart of the old El Hércules factory, Caralarga shares space with creative projects that celebrate the legacy of this historic neighborhood. Under a branch of the Querétaro aqueduct, you'll find our showroom: a store open to the public where we exhibit everything from textile jewelry to large-format artworks.
In the same space, our design, project, communication, and logistics teams work together to make each collection possible. At the back, the workshop brings all our pieces to life. It is divided into specialized areas for working on pieces up to 7 meters long, organized according to the craft techniques we apply, such as barrel-making, sewing, and combing.
We also have spaces dedicated to packaging and the creation of our textile spheres made with recycled materials, integrating waste as part of the creative process.
We invite everyone to visit us and learn firsthand about the craftsmanship that defines Caralarga: a journey through the hands, materials, and stories that inhabit each piece.
