about us
In 2014, Ana Holschneider and Socorro Gasca found in cotton threads and textile remnants the perfect material to create unique handcrafted jewelry pieces, embracing weaving imperfections and giving new life to what had been discarded.
OUR TECHNIQUES
The creation of a Caralarga piece embodies a collective and creative journey built within a community, with the final product representing only a small glimpse of the long path we have traveled as a textile studio. Thanks to this creative evolution, we have developed and refined techniques such as Recuperado (Recovered), Borlas (Tassels), Mixta (Mixed), Embarrilado (Barreled), Trenzado (Braided), Cordón (Cord), and Festones (Fringes) — each one focused on exploring the versatility of thread through original pieces that honor the craftsmanship of the artisans and designers who collaborate with us.
With a minimalist and simple style, we seek to abstract motifs of deep and complex meanings inspired by the architecture of nature, the myths and legends of pre-Hispanic tradition, and the cultural expressions of Mexico, inviting the viewer to interpret them.
OUR MATERIALS
The main resources we use are raw cotton thread and textile waste, along with other natural materials such as sansevieria fiber, recycled bull horn, and bamboo. We work hand in hand with artisans who preserve ancestral techniques and sustainable practices.
OUR TEAM
Thanks to our organic growth and the great support from our clients, we now have a team of nearly 50 people. We work alongside artisans and designers in the creation of our pieces, as well as with creative professionals collaborating in the areas of project management, communication, distribution, packaging, tassel production, logistics, and administration.
We believe that the work of textile creators and artisans is a source of pride, and it is our mission to honor it. That’s why we stand firmly as advocates of originality and respect for everyone’s creativity.
PHILOSOPHY
We design and create textile pieces of high artisanal quality under an original and sustainable vision based on three core principles: the use of natural biodegradable materials, recovery and reuse, and the creation of timeless pieces.
MISSION
We create with passion and awareness for the world.
VISION
We strive to build a long-lasting project where we continue to share with our community our human and creative values, as well as our love for artisanal work.
VALUES
Human connection, respect, dignity, responsibility, sustainability, creativity, honesty, opportunity, growth, and teamwork.
IDENTITY: PEOPLE WITH VALUE
Caralarga’s identity is rooted in highlighting the beauty of natural materials through experimentation. Our inspiration emerges from working with raw cotton thread and other natural fibers, exploring their versatility and textures in collaboration with artisans who pass down their knowledge through their hands. Since the beginning, our process has been one of trial and error, driving continuous and collective learning. While some artisans had prior experience, most have developed their craft from sc
SUSTAINABILITY
At Caralarga, we deeply value our material resources. That’s why we have developed techniques such as Recuperado (Recovered), which reuses cotton thread remnants from our Large Format pieces to create new ones, keeping our original production line alive. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in continuous experimentation and the adoption of more environmentally friendly processes — replacing materials like polyester, styrofoam, and plastic with responsible alternatives, and minimizing waste as much as possible.
SOCIAL IMPACT
We strive to build community through collaborative partnerships with artisanal workshops in neighborhoods of Querétaro such as Hércules, La Cañada, and Sombrerete. We work with specialists in sewing, weaving, carpentry, ironwork, and papier-mâché, who not only supply materials but also actively participate in the production of our pieces.
We extend this model to other states, such as in Yucatán with Taller Maya, where artisans transform sansevieria fiber into thread dyed with natural pigments, preserving ancestral techniques from the Mayan culture.