Traditions of the Andes - Spinzilla 2014

Spinzilla is a global event where teams and individuals compete to see who can spin the most yarn in a week! The rural weavers of Huancarani, Bolivia, have been spinning yarn by hand for their entire lives and are now fighting to maintain the traditions that have characterized their isolated communities as more and more rural Bolivians migrate to the city. May this be the beginning of a movement to honor and respect the skills and talents of the aging weavers and to motivate younger generations to carry on the ancient Andean textile tradition.
Find out more information about team Warmis Phuskadoras and PAZA's weaving revival efforts in the Andean highlands at www.pazaboliviablog.com.
"Solo Por Tu Amor," all rights reserved, Quentin Navia and SUKAY
Shot and edited by Jonathan McCarthy