A Nicaragua Christmas: The Treasures of Alter Eco

Advertising in Managua, Nicaragua, can be hit-or-miss so I wasn’t quite sure what I’d find when I walked into Alter Eco, which bills itself as an alianza hecho a mano. This “alliance” is actually a cluster of artist shops and studios near the big art and antiques store Mama Delfina.

The displays and inventory would be at home in New York or London or Mexico City. Here are some of the treasures I discovered.

cotton clothing
This charming clothing and accessories boutique has a Laura-Ashley-meets-Chanel vibe. Simple cotton and linen pieces kept to a pink, rust, and gray palette.
boutique
Visitors to the boutique are immediately drawn in by the charming wall decor featuring trees, birds and 3-D blossoms
boutique ceiling
Silver “raindrops” fall from the tree branches and blossoms on the ceiling
jewelry
Accessories included locally-sourced jewelry and lizard clutches and belts
talavera
The ceramics studio had a beautiful selection of Mexican talavera
Talavera pottery pops against a yellow wall at Alter Eco
The place to go for customized tequila shot glasses!
Talavera plaque reading “God Bless This Home.” My wish for you this holiday season.

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About Carmen

Carmen Amato is the author of THE HIDDEN LIGHT OF MEXICO CITY and the EMILIA CRUZ mysteries set in Acapulco. Occasional nomad, cultural observer, reluctantly recovering Furla handbag addict. Reads both Kindle and print. Overly fond of coffee.
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