Caralarga was born in 2014 from a simple yet powerful idea: to transform raw cotton thread and textile remnants into unique, timeless, and sustainable handcrafted jewelry pieces. From the very beginning, we were inspired by the beauty of natural materials and the possibility of giving them new life through manual techniques.

Over time, we began experimenting with other raw materials such as sansevieria fiber —a plant native to 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 progression of our work in textile jewelry inspired us to think on a larger scale. This marked the beginning of a new path toward designing decorative interior pieces, where raw cotton once again became the protagonist: decorative accents, looms, tapestries, mirrors, and chandeliers began to form part of our portfolio. Through this, we discovered a new way of understanding hand weaving —as a large-scale language capable of transforming spaces.

For several years, we worked with cotton sourced from the historic El Hércules textile factory, where our workshop was also located. This emblematic factory, a symbol of Querétaro’s industrial boom since the 19th century, closed its doors in 2019. Since then, we have continued our work using cotton from new national suppliers, maintaining the same quality and spirit that define our project.

The initial collection of earrings, necklaces, and bracelets was the starting point of a continuous evolution that today includes clothing and interior design objects: table pieces, wall and floor works, and large-scale installations.

Thanks to the public’s response and the organic growth of the project, we have expanded our team, now made up of nearly 50 people. Many of them are direct descendants of former El Hércules factory workers, allowing us to continue weaving a story that honors the textile heritage of this community.

After nearly a decade of growth, Caralarga has evolved beyond a small home-based workshop. We have adapted to the present day, expanding our global presence through digital platforms, social media, and our online store. Today, beyond sharing our pieces, we also tell the stories of the people behind them —a dedicated and talented team that continues to bring each thread to life.