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From how-to guides and celebration ideas to stories rooted in Mexican culture, everything we share reflects what we believe in: handmade craftsmanship, authentic design, and joyful celebrations inspired by Mexico.

Mexican Culture

La Lotería Ain't Your Grandma's Mexican Bingo!

La Lotería Ain't Your Grandma's Mexican Bingo!

|Debra
I had seen those Mexican Bingo images everywhere. The Drunk, The Mermaid, The Crown, The Heart, etc. Cute and silly and there are a helluva lot of them. Except for...
Day of the Dead Symbols and Meanings: Marigolds, Skulls, and Papel Picado

Day of the Dead Symbols and Meanings: Marigolds, Skulls, and Papel Picado

|Shay
Every fall, something magical happens across Mexico - and increasingly, around the world. Families gather, altars glow, marigolds bloom, sugar skulls smile, and somehow... the boundary between the living and...
The Virgin of Guadalupe Story: The Miracle That Endures

The Virgin of Guadalupe Story: The Miracle That Endures

|Shay
Every December 12, millions of faithful pour into Mexico City, many crawling on their knees for the final stretch to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. It’s not just...
mexico city angel independence statue

Mexican Independence Day: The Ultimate Guide to September 16th Celebrations & Authentic Decorations

|Shay
I recently picked up a very old novel called "Captain from Castille", thinking I was in for some swashbuckling adventure. What I got instead was a brutal education in just how...
Nacho Libre: Wrestling with Comedy, Heart, and Mexican Culture

Nacho Libre: Wrestling with Comedy, Heart, and Mexican Culture

|Shay
Why Jack Black's Stretchy Pants Comedy Became a Cult Classic That Still Slaps In the world of comedy films, few have the unique charm and quirky appeal of 2006's Nacho Libre....
Cinco de Mayo, the US Holiday Sponsored by Margaritas and Cerveza

Cinco de Mayo, the US Holiday Sponsored by Margaritas and Cerveza

|Allison
The Actual Story of Cinco de Mayo   Cinco de Mayo has always been a great excuse to get together with friends, enjoy Mexican food, and drink margaritas. For years,...
Crafting Dreams in Mexico: My Feature in the 'Artisan Joy' Spotlight Series!

Crafting Dreams in Mexico: My Feature in the 'Artisan Joy' Spotlight Series!

|Debra
Hola and hello! I hope everyone is staying warm out there in TexMexlandia!! This little announcement might warm your heart anyway: I was recently asked to interview with the fine...
The Guadalupe–Reyes Marathon: Mexico’s Most Festive Time of Year

The Guadalupe–Reyes Marathon: Mexico’s Most Festive Time of Year

|Debra
The Guadalupe–Reyes Marathon is a fabulous example of Mexico’s uniquely joyful—and deeply religious and cultural—holiday season. Beginning on December 12th (Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe) and ending on January...

Dia de los Muertos - "I was not forgotten..."

|Debra
For an understanding of the basics of Day of the Dead, please consider reading our Day of the Dead Symbols and Meanings blog post before reading this... For years, I've...
La Lotería Ain't Your Grandma's Mexican Bingo!

La Lotería Ain't Your Grandma's Mexican Bingo!

|Debra
I had seen those Mexican Bingo images everywhere. The Drunk, The Mermaid, The Crown, The Heart, etc. Cute and silly and there are a helluva lot of them. Except for...

Party Ideas

What is a Quinceañera? Mexico’s Ultimate 15th Birthday Party Explained

What is a Quinceañera? Mexico’s Ultimate 15th Birthday Party Explained

|Debra Beck
Ever seen limousines filled with beautifully dressed teenagers cruising through Mexican towns on a Saturday night? If they look too young for prom but way too glamorous for a typical...
No Valentine? No Problem. Throw a Galentine’s Day Party Instead 💖

No Valentine? No Problem. Throw a Galentine’s Day Party Instead 💖

|Shay
No Valentine? No problem! 💖 Skip the pity party and throw a Galentine's Day bash that celebrates friendship, pink drinks, and smashing a gorgeous hot pink piñata with your besties....
The Ultimate (and Concise!) Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Guide

The Ultimate (and Concise!) Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Guide

|Shay
Are you ready to add some Mexican flair to your spring celebrations? Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and it's the perfect excuse to gather friends and family...
What is a Quinceañera? Mexico’s Ultimate 15th Birthday Party Explained

What is a Quinceañera? Mexico’s Ultimate 15th Birthday Party Explained

|Debra Beck
Ever seen limousines filled with beautifully dressed teenagers cruising through Mexican towns on a Saturday night? If they look too young for prom but way too glamorous for a typical...

Piñata Guides

The Stories Behind the Swing: The colorful history of Mexican Piñatas!

The Stories Behind the Swing: The colorful history of Mexican Piñatas!

|Allison
Piñatas have a rich history in México and are typically considered by "gringos" as fixtures of Cinco de Mayo and Mexican-themed birthday parties. You know the parties...where blindfolded kids swing...
The Stories Behind the Swing: The colorful history of Mexican Piñatas!

The Stories Behind the Swing: The colorful history of Mexican Piñatas!

|Allison
Piñatas have a rich history in México and are typically considered by "gringos" as fixtures of Cinco de Mayo and Mexican-themed birthday parties. You know the parties...where blindfolded kids swing...