Honouring Wichi Craftsmanship
Regenerative Nomads (ReNo) is an evolving initiative that interweaves herbalism, environmental stewardship, and artistic practice. As part of its commitment to honouring ancestral plant knowledge, ReNo collaborates with Wichí artisans from northern Argentina, celebrating their traditional knowledge and ethical craftsmanship. Through this exchange, ReNo brings together herbal medicine, textile storytelling, and regenerative practices, fostering deeper connections between people, plants, and cultural heritage.
In collaboration with Wichí women from the Gran Chaco region, ReNo presents these exquisite handwoven bags. The Wichí are highly skilled in textile artistry, using fibers from the Chaguar plant, a resilient native species of the Chaco forest. Each bag is dyed with natural pigments and woven by hand, embodying centuries of tradition and a profound connection to the land.
Because every bag is entirely unique and made by hand, they are offered only on selected occasions, such as markets or special events, rather than online. This ensures that each piece is experienced personally and respectfully, preserving the individuality and integrity of the artisans’ work.
In collaboration with Wichí women from the Gran Chaco region, ReNo presents these exquisite handwoven bags. The Wichí are highly skilled in textile artistry, using fibers from the Chaguar plant, a resilient native species of the Chaco forest. Each bag is dyed with natural pigments and woven by hand, embodying centuries of tradition and a profound connection to the land.
Because every bag is entirely unique and made by hand, they are offered only on selected occasions, such as markets or special events, rather than online. This ensures that each piece is experienced personally and respectfully, preserving the individuality and integrity of the artisans’ work.
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The Making of a YicaEach yica is handwoven using natural Chaguar fibres, a wild plant native to the Gran Chaco region. The Wichí artisans harvest the leaves through sustainable practices, extracting the fibres by hand, softening them in water, and twisting them into strong, durable threads.
The threads are then naturally dyed using plant-based dyes, a process deeply rooted in ancestral knowledge. Weaving each bag is a meticulous process that can take several weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the design. Every yica carries the imprint of Wichí artistry, their connection to the land, and a legacy of Indigenous resilience. |
Materials
Chaguar Fiber and natural dyes.
Sustainably harvested from the Chaco forest, Chaguar is a durable and eco-friendly material.
Sustainably harvested from the Chaco forest, Chaguar is a durable and eco-friendly material.
Chaguar (Bromelia Hieronymi)
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Quebracho Colorado (Schinopsis Lorentzii)
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Algarrobo Negro ( Prosopis Nigra)
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Why This Matters
By supporting this collaboration, you are helping to preserve Wichí ancestral knowledge and promote ethical, handmade craftsmanship. Each bag is purchased directly from Wichí women artisans, ensuring fair compensation for their skill, time, and materials. Every piece carries a story of resilience, cultural pride, and the enduring connection between people and the natural world.
In choosing these bags, you’re contributing to fair trade, cultural preservation, and regenerative practices: supporting traditional weaving techniques, respecting the artisans’ autonomy, and valuing the sustainable use of natural fibers and dyes. Each bag is a tangible expression of this collaboration, connecting you to the hands, heritage, and land of the Wichí community.
In choosing these bags, you’re contributing to fair trade, cultural preservation, and regenerative practices: supporting traditional weaving techniques, respecting the artisans’ autonomy, and valuing the sustainable use of natural fibers and dyes. Each bag is a tangible expression of this collaboration, connecting you to the hands, heritage, and land of the Wichí community.
Each Piece is One of a Kind
All the bags shown in these photos are unique, one-off creations woven by Wichí artisans. Each piece carries its own story, shaped by the hands and traditions of its weaver. These bags are not mass-produced or replicated—what you see in the photos represents singular items, most of which have already found new homes. If a particular piece resonates with you, know that it is truly one of a kind, and availability is limited to selected occasions, such as markets or special events, where each bag can be experienced personally and respectfully.
