Aleidis Epiayu teaches Beto Salgado to make a Wayuu mochila. We are always asked to share how the Wayuu People make their amazing Wayuu mochilas. So we decided to have a lesson day where we learned how to make a Wayuu mochila. Trust us, it is not as easy as it looks! Thank you Aleidis Epiayu for being an awesome professora!
New Beginnings
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Buena Onda has been such a big part of my lifethis year. I have such big dreams for thecompany and look forward to what the futurewill bring. It has been absolutely amazingworking with all my Wayuu friends, and Iappreciate all that they have taught me. TheWayuu culture is rich and special, and I haveenjoyed sharing their story.
I also want to take a moment to thank everyonefor their support over the past year. Thank youto all my supportive friends and family, withoutyou Buena Onda would not have gotten off theground. Also, thank you to all the stores thatpicked up the Buena Onda brand. I have manyplans for Buena Onda in the next few monthsand I hope you guys will keep up with ourjourney.
Buena Onda at El Horno
CommentToday was amazing! Buena Onda got to hangout at El Horno, which is a local Wayuu rancheria. El Horno means "The Oven." Let me tell you, it was hot! La Guajira is an extremely dry and arid area of Colombia. However, we were able to keep cool by swimming in the ocean which was about a kilometer walk from El Horno. We also got to see how Wayuu Mochilas are made at El Horno. We would like to give a big thanks to Amelia's family for giving us a wonderful Wayuu experience!
The Buena Onda Blog
CommentHey Amigos y Amigas, Buena Onda is starting a blog to keep you guys up to date with anything Buena Onda and Wayuu related. Be sure to follow us!
Hangin' in the Hammocks
Buena Onda at Accessories the Show in NYC
CommentBuena Onda is attending Accessories the Show in New York City. If you are in the area please stop by the Javits Center and see our unique selection of Buena Onda products made by the Wayuu People of Colombia.
Buena Onda: A Lifestyle
CommentHere at Buena Onda we believe in helping others and encouraging those around us. Loving our neighbor is at the root of everything we do. With that being said, we would like to encourage you to be one of a kind on your adventure through life. So get out there and start living, but make sure you have a Buena Onda Wayuu Mochila to carry your things!
Buena Onda is a lifestyle brand.
Wayuu Rancheria
1 CommentThis house is a typical Wayuu design. It is made of earth and logs. The La Guarija terrain is extremely arid and dry. The Wayuu congregate in communities called Wayuu Rancherias. It is here at the famous Wayuu mochila is made by hand.
How do you make a Wayuu Mochila?
CommentWayuu mochilas are not made on a loom. That means that, every pattern is carefully planned out in advance. Once the pattern is chosen the Wayuu woman will use a counting process that allows her to execute the design. In this video you will see how Amelia constructs a perfect pattern. Wayuu mochilas are truly a work of art!
Buena Onda in the Kitchen
CommentThe Wayuu kitchen is where you can find fresh fish being cooked up on a daily bases. Basic Wayuu diets consist of goats, rice, corn, yucca, and fish. Most of the diets depend on where exactly in La Guajira the Wayuu live. For example, if the Wayuu Rancheria is close to the Carribean Coastline then their diet would consist more of fish and seafood. Whereas the rancherias further inland consist of goats and chickens.
Buena Onda and the Mid-West Night Fly
CommentBuena Onda was in St. Louis this week for the Mid-West Night Fly Event. A first year water sports festival that was unlike any other. It was a perfect event for waterskiers, wakeboarders, and water enthusasts alike. Not to mention, a great opportunity for Buena Onda to get some exposure on our Wayuu mochilas and products. Thank you so much Mid-West Night Fly for having us!
Buena Onda is at the Pool Trade Show
CommentBuena Onda is in Las Vegas at the POOL Trade Show. POOL is for new brands that want to attend the MAGIC Fashion Show. It was exciting to see how Buena Onda would be received and we got some great feedback. People loved our vibrant colors and patterns of Wayuu Mochilas and Wayuu Dresses.
Pool Trade Show Booth