Artisans Usiacurí
Usiacurí, Atlántico · Northern Colombia
In Usiacurí, fine iraca fibres become intricate woven forms through the skill of local artisans.
A town known for iraca weaving
Usiacurí, in Colombia’s Atlántico department near Barranquilla, is known for its work with iraca palm fibre. The craft is part of the town’s identity, with makers creating accessories and objects for the home.
From fibre to form
Artisans prepare the fibres before weaving them into structured shapes and decorative patterns. The finished work can combine open, delicate detail with a firm woven form, showing how a familiar natural material can be transformed by hand.
A tradition shared across generations
Weaving knowledge is passed through families and workshops. Meraki Heritage celebrates the care and precision of Usiacurí’s artisans, whose skill gives each piece its texture, character and distinctive finish.