Artisans

Since 2006, Modela has been working directly with artisans in Mexico. The abundance of talent and passed down knowledge make for creative textiles, pottery, beeswax candles, and folk art. Explore the artisans and their work.

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About

Modela’s intention is to bring the best of handmade home decor, women’s accessories, and folk art to you from the amazing artisans I have met and collaborated with in Mexico. I often partner with the artisans to come up with new, handmade products. Natural dyes, recycled glass, plant materials such as palm, and un-glazed pottery are some of the materials Modela’s partners work with. These materials are sustainable and environmentally friendly and offer exciting design opportunities.

The artisans are paid their asking price. I don’t believe in bartering for handmade goods. Over the years, I’ve established wonderful relationships with some of the artisans—especially in Oaxaca, Mexico, my home for many months out of the year. The number of talented, practicing artisans is quite extraordinary. You definitely should plan a trip to Oaxaca!

Patti O’Neill, owner

Reviews

"A joy to find such remarkable objects from Modela and then double that happiness by giving them as gifts."

— Charles D., verified buyer

A beautiful piece of art that was shipped quickly and very carefully!

— Emily M. ,verified buyer

Patti is great to work with - she responds quickly. Everything arrived well packaged- Modela is a great place to shop!

Susan Edge, verified buyer