ABOUT US

Lisset Wuitusu Founder Picture

Nice to meet you!

Being born in Venezuela, I have always known about the beautiful work the Wayuu people create. I have always been in awe of the colors, motifs, and craftsmanship present in their wares. In 2018, I had the opportunity to start working directly with the Wayuu community. This has been an exciting and meaningful venture as it fulfills two passions of mine: introducing their beautiful handcrafts to new markets and helping this community generate a steady income from their work.

Today, we collaborate with a cooperative of about 40 Wayuu women in Riohacha, Colombia, a village in Uribia, Colombia, and several other artisans recognized for their exceptional craftsmanship. In our designs, we combine our life experiences with Wayuu traditions to create a blend of the traditional and the contemporary — a multicultural expression of artistry.

We are proud partners of The Wayuu Taya Foundation, an organization that for more than 18 years has been providing education, health, and food to the most vulnerable members of the Wayuu community.

We are also members of Fair Trade LA, a community committed to promoting ethical and sustainable trade practices that empower artisans and preserve cultural heritage.

Each $50 purchase from Wuitusu helps feed 5 Wayuu children.

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