By Jeannie Balanda | Executive Director
Lila has a MayaWorks microcredit loan to expand her weaving business. With her loan she has purchased new looms that enable her to create a variety of fabrics. She makes beautiful designs that she sells to companies who use her fabrics in their products.
Lila is also interested in learning new techniques. Recently she benefitted from techincal assistance by Mario Poz, a weaving expert in Guatemala. Mario has taught Lila new techniques that allow her to work more efficiently and use less resources in her weaving.
Lila never imagined that she would meet weavers from Taiwan and share with them her expertise of Guatemalan weaving. In turn, they shared their knowledge of Taiwan weaving with her. The weavers from Taiwan came to Lila's home and spent the day learning from each other. It was an experience that they all will remember for a lifetime!
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