Dora Elsy Cardona has grown up with the weaving tradition in her blood. She learned it from her mother, Alicia Florez, when she was young. They have been working together most of their lives, making hats as their main source of income, but also, as their greatest passion. Their mastery is truly impressive. From recognising quality raw materials, to weaving the fibres more or less tightly to reach a superfine, fine, or more common hat, they master every step. "Unfortunately, this craft is underpaid, despite everything that goes into it," says Dora Elsy. There are many hours of labour and great physical effort involved in the making of one hat. To this day, Dora Elsy and Alicia feel happy to continue practising this live tradition.
Dora Elsy Cardona & Alicia Florez