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"Molas: The complex, Indigenous Art of the Kuna Indians of San Blas"
Nuedi!!! Welcome!!!
I am so thankful that you are here in my site and that I am here to provide you outstanding customer service. Is a priveledge to meet all of you who love and collect molas. Our love for mola art will grow and we will share it with others around the world.
Working with textiles is my passion and I love to work with all Kuna Artists.
Once you buy a mola you will want to come back for more.
I was born in Panama and lived there for 24 years. I have the knowledge and expertise about my country art and crafts.
Take a tour through our galleries just locate the title bar at the top of this page "Mola Gallery" click & Enjoy!!
Would you like to learn more about how molas are made, browse the following pages in my site: Molas, San Blas, Mola Gift Ideas.
Here in my website you will find the best collection of molas (highest quality) that will last for the years to come. When buying a mola make sure you are paying for superb - high quality, meaning number of layers, stitching being close to invisible, no holes, no dust, no tears or stains.
We can ship your gift directly to your love one, we can also include a card with your personal message. All you need to do is e-mail me the address of the recipient and your personal message.
If you are Planning to retire in Panama or vacation for all your real estate needs contact me at ritasmith@clearwire.net or call me at (011)507-6086-4621. Paradise is awaiting for you!
Mola Art and Craft was created by Rita Smith in 2005 to bring you superb high-quality molas. Our business keep growing because of our customers.
The Molas are best high quality, authentic and beautiful reverse applique fabric panels that are use by many quilters and crafters all over the world. All molas are handmade by the Kunas of San Blas. Many of my molas has been part of the mola blouse they are remove from the blouse carefully, I guarantee each mola to be high quality and perfect condition. The value of this art increase through the years, they are beautiful and magnificient piece of art work to own.
The items in our gallery are not available in stores online, also you may see an item available today, but may not be here tomorrow, because they sell fast. Very few people in the USA know about this exquisite indian art and the traditions of the Kuna people. All items come from a clean, pet free, non-smoking home. Inquire about other molitas available in different themes and colors.
Once you have discover my site, I recommend you to add the link to your favorites, so next time when you want to visit us, you will have the information save on your computer.
I know that sometimes it is difficult to find a website that sells art and trust right away, without having more information and enough confidence. Here is how you can buy with confidence from us: You can find our customer feedbacks under Our Goals, also the first thing you should know is that we are part of Artspan.com the largest website for artist, over 2,600 artist and that Artspan is also top ranked #1 in Google. You can go to www.artspan.com and then go to art and artist data base (this is right in the left side toward the middle of the main page), then you will see a box under search artwork, type mola and click on the arrow beside, that should bring up many of my mola items. Besides this option you can also go to directories where it says all members listed click there and search my name under directory according to the letter of my last name "S" (my name will appear on the page #6).
We offer a free shipping on all our products within the United States, we have priced all items according to the work and quality on each mola, some are more expensive than others, specially the ones with the triangle cuts, the work is very complicated and time consuming on these molas. Keep in mind that every mola you buy from us will make a big change on the lives of the kuna mola makers, the Kunas deserve to be paid well for all the effort and work that they put into each piece of art, they spent day-night sewing, and that's exactly what we do... paying them well will insured that they will have enough money to solve their needs and their communities can prosper, also one of my best Kuna friends has been working with communities to support their childrens in need and we donate at the end of each year school supplies to support many of the kids, when I travel to Panama I buy all school supplies in the city and then is taken to them, otherwise my mon or sister will make the arrangements to deliver the supplies. The Kunas don't have much, but they are thankful for what they have.
International Customers please request an invoice in order to add the shipping cost, according to your country o location, we only charge for the exact shipping, we do not charge for the handling of the package, just e-mail me with the items you will like to buy and I will e-mail you a professional invoice.
If you are in the "art gallery" click on any of the pictures according to the "category" to view all the molas in that specific category. Once there, you will be able to view the slideshow on each category, look to the right of each picture there is drop down arrow click there, it will display a complete list of the categories and remember you have the control arrows below each picture to control the slideshow (forward, backward, the midle one will stop the picture), you will be able to see a larger picture, along with the details on the stitching on each mola.
If you received the American Quilters Magazine from AQS be sure to check out my add on page 89 or 92 of the Designer Showcase Issues January Through May 2008.
You are invited to explore my website it contains complete information about me & the molas. I am sure you will find something you will love to treasure for the years to come. Remember each Mola is unique, different, ingenious and attractive. "The beauty of a mola is in the eyes of the beholder".
I guarantee each mola on my gallery to be superb quality and authentic. I carefully choose the best handmade molas for my website. Every item we sell is 100% Guaranteed. You will also find shopping easy and safe with Paypal. Our aim is to provide outstanding customer service, so buy with confidence.
Many people think that well molas are a thing of the past and that older molas are better that the ones today but that is not true. The molas today are becoming more complex and detail than ever.The Kunas are selecting brighter colors, more details, more embroidery, overall they are an exceptionally creative piece of high quality artwork.
Molas are a great motivation for a lesson on folk art. Be sure to delight your students with beautiful molas. Each mola is perfect for your classroom. They exemplify hours of skillful needlework. Teachers: When you buy a mola you will receive information on how molas are made and small pattern to teach your students how to make a paper molita, e-mail requesting the mola pattern. Add a mola to your craft projects or quilting projects.
If you are hosting an special event and would like to order quantity of any items for gift please e-mail me or contact me directly. We have a large selection of molas and mola items, so please feel free to contact me with your questions.
The residents of Kuna Yala, San Blas (Kuna Indians) are the most truly Native American (in the sense that they have retained their original lands), their traditions and their culture. The Kunas look similar from Island to Island, however each village is unique.
We normally refer to the Kunas as the "Indians" of San Blas, but they prefer to be called "Aboriginals".
Our top goal is to enable the Kuna indians and their communities to prosper, we value their work and put the Kunas before profit, we buy directly from the Kuna artisans to make sure that they receive the benefits, that way they will have enough money to solve their economic needs, to continue to provide collectors and all customers with this Exquisite and fine Textile Art from San Blas Kuna Yala, Panama. The sale of molas is one of the most important source of income for the Kuna's.
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