Sitalá, located in northern Chiapas, sits in a transitional territory between the
Highlands and the jungle, something also reflected in its craft traditions.

In this area a strong tradition of cross-stitch embroidery developed, where
artisans create flowers, birds, and geometric motifs on cotton fabrics. These
pieces typically form part of blouses, napkins, tablecloths, and domestic
textiles.

In addition to embroidery, Sitalá maintains an important production of basketry
made with plant fibers from the jungle region, used to make baskets,
containers, and everyday utensils.

Curiosity:

Many of the fibers used in basketry come
from plants that grow in humid jungle areas, enabling the development of
techniques adapted to the territory's natural resources.