Hammock with bar L “Tipitapa”

Nicaraguan crafts have for decades been the livelihood of many Nicaraguans, as well as the livelihood of many families. Nicaraguan craftsmanship is a process of transculturation, which is passed down from generation to generation.

Hammock with bar L “Tipitapa”: A 100% artisanal hammock with bar

Our “Tipitapa” L bar hammock in unbleached cotton is handmade with top quality materials, following an ecological and environmentally friendly process. The wooden bars hold the hammock open, making it not only comfortable but also very decorative.

A handmade hammock to achieve the best possible comfort

In Masaya, manufacturing the bar hammock with spreader bar takes time and requires the intervention of several people. But it's this meticulous attention and passion for craftsmanship that makes our unbleached cotton bar hammocks so unique and precious. Each hammock tells a story and brings a touch of exoticism and adventure to your home. Also discover the macramé version of our “Tipitapa 2” hammock.

The Nicaraguan hammock: A rare product in France

The Nicaraguan hammock has gained international fame over the years, becoming a true symbol of the country. Although we are very few importers in France in this country (complicated economic and political context), this trend is evolving more and more in the world, and this is good news for this country! This iconic piece of craftsmanship, the “Nicaraguan hammock,” was chosen as a symbol to represent the country on a global scale. In fact, it is the best-selling artisanal product throughout the world.

Hammock weavers in Latin America

To be a hammock manufacturer in Latin America is to live and express a tradition. It's bringing the shapes and colors of nature to life and feeling the passion for the profession and it's transforming raw materials into magical pieces filled with feeling and creativity.

Nicaraguan artisans and the hammock with bars

It is impressive to observe the meticulous attention our artisans give to each hammock. It’s a chance to observe the weavers in action. They use the double stitch technique to create intricate patterns and subtly blended colors.
It is mainly women who are responsible for weaving fringes. These are woven separately and are subsequently added to the hammock. To learn more, take a look at the manufacturing process of our Nicaraguan hammocks.

Elisa, a hammock weaver

Elisa, who you can see in the video below, has incredible skill in creating crochet fringes. She explains that she had learned this technique from her mother, who had herself learned from her own mother, and so on. This is how the artisanal tradition is passed down from generation to generation.

Where is Nicaragua?

Nicaragua is a country in Central America located between Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. It is bordered by the Caribbean Sea to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. To the south is Lake Nicaragua, which is approximately 148 km long and 55 km wide. Nicaragua also has 40 volcanoes, including the Momotombo Volcano, which is found in the northwest lowlands, surrounding the lakes.