Each Handcraft Tells a Story of Resilience and Joy
So, have you ever wondered how Solano began?
Imagine living in a small community where artisans rely on their creations to survive.
These pieces not only bring them joy but also serve as an escape from daily hardships. Yet, selling them at a fair price remains a challenge.
This is why I started Solano. It wasn’t because I saw a market opportunity or fell in love with the culture during a trip to Mexico. I, Gabriela Tutalo, was born and raised in Mexico. I witnessed firsthand the struggles of artisans. My mother helped them, and I always wanted to do more.
Artisans inspire me to study International Trade and Marketing to understand how to support them and open new markets for their work.
Each handcrafted piece carries a story of peace and joy that you also feel when you receive or gift it. In fact, creating these crafts involves several steps.
For example, palm leaves must be harvested in the mornings, often after the artisan has risen early to make tortillas for their family. Then they head to the fields to collect palms and flowers for dyeing, which can also be used in textiles.
Later, they gather as a family—great-grandmothers, grandmothers, daughters, granddaughters, and great-granddaughters, joined by friends—chatting and laughing while their children play nearby, building miniature cities out of flowers, stones, and their wooden toys crafted by other artisan friends skilled in woodworking. In this communal setting, they use the resources at hand to find joy in life.
Why Choose Us?
Our pieces are more than objects; they are fragments of life, created in an atmosphere of family and community. I want to share with you that sense of happiness and human connection, something that often feels lost in our fast-paced world.
Social Responsibility and Impact:
you are not just purchasing a product; you are investing in a mission.
Customization :
Solano Exp offers bespoke gifting solutions that leave a lasting impression.
Will you join us in rescuing and preserving these techniques and traditions?
Discover Authentic Gifts, Support Mexican Artisans, and Personalize Your Corporate Gifts
Did you know that in Mexico, 9% of the population are artisans, but their techniques are at risk of disappearing? Many of these 10 million artisans are older adults, and their ancestral knowledge is being lost.
Finding authentic, high-quality gifts with values of responsibility can be a challenge. Have you ever experienced the awkward moment when two people receive the same gift at Christmas because it’s easily available at any store?
That’s why Solano Exp is here to help you change that. We offer unique pieces that not only express your recognition and gratitude but also support artisans and their communities.
You can even customize them for your company or corporate needs, strengthening loyalty among your clients and employees.
Connect meaningfully and contribute to a double-positive social impact.