Zapotec spirit — Local services in Oaxaca

There are a lot of rugs/tapetes in the Central Valley, but even among the artisans of Teotitlan Oscar is a master of his craft. The first thing I noticed upon entering was that his hands were stained with indigo because we caught him in the middle of brewing up a dye.

The shop he and his wife run is beautifully high end and homey at the same time. Before going to view all the rugs available Oscar will take you through a detailed demonstration of how they are made, from the shearing to the spinning, from the dying to the process on the loom.

I’ve been to Oaxaca four times, and have bought several rugs from the valley before, as have my parents before me. Oscar’s rugs are expensive and they should be because they are of the highest quality. The wool is even, deeply colored, tightly woven, and the designs are articulate and creative yet fully expressive of the traditions of the region. Thank you again for these beautiful pieces, Oscar, they will be going to my...

My friends and I were incredibly fortunate to have visited Oscar and Lis at Zapotec Spirit. I consider it a rare opportunity to interact with generations of indigenous knowledge and practice. The rugs I purchased are timeless pieces made of 100% indigenous, natural ingredients. They are making my Mexico City apartment cozy and beautiful, and I know they will last a lifetime. I recommend a visit to Zapotec Spirit to anyone, and I hope to visit again one day...

Zapotec spirit, Oscar and his wife specifically were such a joy to meet and spend the day with. Oscar showed us around his beautiful home and workshop. He gave us a lesson on the history of weaving and weavers in Mexico. He is a fifth generation master weaver and his rugs show it! The quality and design are unmatched. We bought several and are very excited to get them home to share with family...