Weaving Together
A Pedal Loom Weaving Journey in Momostenango, Guatemala
Early Bird Pricing until July 5!
An 8-day textile journey centered around wool weaving traditions in the Guatemalan highlands.
During this week we spend time between Quetzaltenango (Xela) and Momostenango, learning alongside the weavers of Jun B’atz’, a studio founded by a generational weaving family.
Participants explore the full process of wool weaving practiced in the region: visiting sheep herds, preparing fiber, learning natural dye techniques, and weaving on traditional pedal looms.
November 13th - 20th, 2026 | Limited to 4-8 participants
$1850 USD in shared room (Early Bird Pricing)
$2150 USD in private room (Early Bird Pricing)
What Makes This Experience Special
This journey focuses on wool weaving traditions that are rarely shared in depth with visitors.
Participants spend several days working in the Jun B’atz’ studio and learning the steps that transform raw wool into woven textile.
The pace of the program allows time for both learning, making, exploring, and relaxing.
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Arrival and pick up from La Aurora International Airport.
Lunch in Tecpán on the way to Xela. Check in and welcome dinner together. -
Transfer to Byron’s studio in Momostenango.
Workshop: Raw Wool to Thread.
Afternoon Workshop: Exploring Natural Dyes. -
Morning visit to a sheep rebaño in the mountains.
Stop at Momostenango’s market to explore wool textiles and local designs.
Workshop: Pedal Loom Weaving 101. -
Inspiration day. We visit villages near Xela to explore local landscapes and textile traditions. Afternoon soak at Fuentes Georginas hot springs.
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Return to the studio in Momostenango.
Design session, color selection, and beginning work on the loom. -
Day 6
Full weaving day in the studio.
Day 7
Final weaving session and a photoshoot of our textiles in Xela or the surrounding landscape. Closing group dinner.
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Breakfast together before private transfer back to Guatemala City airport.
Trip Details
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A rare opportunity to learn wool weaving traditions in Momostenango
Spend eight days immersed in one of Guatemala’s most important weaving regions, learning directly from a generational weaving family while exploring the broader textile culture of the western highlands.Private studio access with the Jun B’atz’ weaving collective
Work alongside master artisans inside their community studio and learn the techniques behind traditional pedal loom weaving used in Momostenango’s wool textile tradition. This experience is made possible through GRACIA’s long term collaboration with the Jun B’atz’ weaving family.Create and weave your own textile piece
Participants will develop an original weaving throughout the week, guided by the artisans from loom setup to finishing their final piece, which you will take home as a personal textile created during your time in Momostenango.Traditional loom access and weaving materials
Each participant will work with traditional looms and wool yarns used by local weavers, allowing for a hands on experience rooted in the region’s textile practices.Hands on natural dye workshop
Participants will learn and experiment with natural dye techniques using plant based dyes traditionally used in textile practices in the region.Visit to local sheep herders
Spend time with the sheep whose wool becomes the foundation of Momostenango’s weaving tradition, offering insight into the beginning of the textile process.Highland markets and cultural exploration
Visit the markets of Momostenango and Salcajá where artisans source wool and threads, and explore the nearby town of San Andrés Xecul, offering a deeper look into the cultural landscape of Guatemala’s western highlands.Artisan studio and cooperative visits
Meet the makers behind Guatemala’s craft traditions with visits to COPAVIC, a cooperative known for hand blown recycled glass, and Almacén El Comercio, a historic cotton thread shop operating since 1937.Relaxation at Fuentes Georginas hot springs
Unwind in natural volcanic hot springs surrounded by cloud forest just outside Quetzaltenango.Seven nights accommodation in Quetzaltenango
Stay in Guatemala’s historic highland city, a cultural center of the western region.Shared meals throughout the program
Daily breakfasts and lunches during program days, plus a welcome dinner and farewell dinner shared with the group.Private transportation throughout the program
Daily transportation between Quetzaltenango and Momostenango, along with airport transfers on arrival and departure days.Small group experience hosted by the GRACIA team
This program is intentionally limited in size to allow for meaningful exchange with the artisans and a more personal learning experience. We will also have a translator on site for workshops on days 2 and 3.Welcome bag and weaving materials
Participants receive a curated welcome gift bag and supplies for the week (bring extra space in your suitcase). -
Dates
Friday November 13 to Friday November 20, 2026Duration
8 days / 7 nightsGroup Size
4–8 participantsTrip Cost - EARLY BIRD UNTIL JULY 5!
$1850 USD per person, shared room
$2150 USD per person, private room
Trip Cost - from July 6, 2026
$1950 USD per person, shared room$2250 USD per person, private room
Deposit to reserve your spot
$500 non-refundableAll payments become non-refundable once bookings close in September 1st, 2026.
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• Seven nights accommodation in Quetzaltenango (shared room)
• Daily private transportation between Quetzaltenango and Momostenango
• Studio sessions and instruction with the Jun B’atz’ weaving collective
• Hands on natural dye workshop
• Traditional loom access and weaving materials for the duration of the program
• Guided visits to textile markets
• Visits to COPAVIC glassblowing cooperative and Almacén El Comercio, a historic cotton thread shop founded in 1937
• Cultural visits including San Andrés Xecul and Fuentes Georginas hot springs
• Daily breakfasts and lunches during program days
• Welcome dinner and farewell dinner with the group
• Airport transfers on arrival and departure days
(La Aurora International Airport – Guatemala City)• Coordination, translation, and support from the GRACIA team throughout the journey
• Welcome bag and weaving materials
To allow for flexibility during free evenings and personal exploration, the following items are not included:
International airfare to and from Guatemala
Dinners on evenings with free time to explore local restaurants
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Personal purchases and alcoholic beverages
Additional hotel nights outside the program dates
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Work alongside Jun B’atz’, a weaving studio in Momostenango founded by Byron who comes from a family of master weavers.
For generations, weaving has been an important part of life in this region.
Today fewer young people continue the practice. Through teaching and collaboration, the studio works to keep these techniques active while sharing them with new audiences.
Participants in this program spend several days inside their community studio and learn the techniques behind traditional pedal loom weaving used in Momostenango’s wool textile tradition.
This experience is made possible through GRACIA’s long term collaboration with the Jun B’atz’ weaving family.
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Our home base for the week is Centenario Hotel Boutique located in Quetzaltenango (Xela), a historic highland city surrounded by volcanoes.
From there we travel for an hour each way to Momostenango, where the Jun B’atz’ studio is located and where our weaving sessions take place.
The rhythm of the trip moves between studio days, local exploration, and time together as a group.
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We offer two payment plan options to make the program more accessible. All plans begin with a $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your place. Full payment is due by October 13, 2026.
All payments become non-refundable once bookings close in September 1st, 2026.
Option A — 3 payments
$500 deposit upon booking Remaining balance split equally across two payments: August and October 2026
Option B — 4 payments
$500 deposit upon booking Remaining balance split equally across three payments: August, September, and October 2026
Example breakdown — shared room at early bird price ($1,850)
Option A: $500 deposit + two payments of $675
Option B: $500 deposit + three payments of $450
Example breakdown — shared room at regular price ($1,950)
Option A: $500 deposit + two payments of $725
Option B: $500 deposit + three payments of $483
Example breakdown — private room at early bird price ($2,150)
Option A: $500 deposit + two payments of $825
Option B: $500 deposit + three payments of $550
Example breakdown — private room at regular price ($2,250)
Option A: $500 deposit + two payments of $875
Option B: $500 deposit + three payments of $583
To get started with a payment plan, reach out at projects@graciagt.com and we'll confirm the schedule that works best for you.
Who This Journey Is For
This program is designed for people who want to learn through making.
Participants often include:
• textile and fiber artists
• designers interested in craft traditions
• artists working in other mediums
• travelers interested in cultural exchange
• beginners curious about weaving
No previous weaving experience is required.
A moderate level of physical activity is required. Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain, traveling on winding mountain roads between Xela and Momostenango, and spending time at high altitude.
About GRACIA
GRACIA is a Guatemalan + women + artist-run initiative established in 2019.
Through residencies, workshops, and cultural programs, we create spaces where visiting artists and local creative communities can meet through shared processes and dialogue.
This textile journey grew out of long-term relationships with artisans and collaborators across Guatemala.
