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For the Navajos, weaving is an inherited occupation. Traditionally little girls learn it from their grandmothers who learned it from generations before.
The Marianito Family have been weaving for us for decades - since 1998 to be exact. The Marianito ladies - all Master Weavers, Kathy, Jalucie, Lucie, Jamie, Judy, Laverta Marianito and Julia and Elaine Upshaw have woven over 300 commissioned pieces of art just for our Exclusive Navajo Churro Collection. They have literally have won countless awards at the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial and have had their weavings featured in museum exhibits, shows and catalogs.
While they are widely known for their Chief Blankets, as the below weavings reflect they weave many different designs much of which has a modern art twist.
Unlike most weavers, they push their own envelope and have taken on weaving with yarn made from Alpaca fleece and Bombyx Silk.
Kathy Marianto has an especially interesting family history. Kathy's great-great-grandmother Juanita was considered one of the finest blanket weavers in the 1870s and 1880s. Juanita’s husband, Manuelito, was one of the most prominent leaders of the Navajo people. It was Manuelito, Kathy’s great-great-grandfather, who was instrumental in negotiating the Navajos release from Fort Sumner and Bosque Redondo in 1868, returning to their homeland, the only displaced tribe allowed back on their true native soil.
Marianito Family Weavings
SOLD : 1st Phase Chief Blanket : Jamie Marianito : Churro 1763 : 64" x 70" (5'4" x 5'10")
Chiefs Blankets
SOLD : 1st Phase Chief Blanket : Jamie Marianito : Churro 1763 : 64" x 70" (5'4" x 5'10")
Behold a masterpiece from the legendary Marianito weaving dynasty! This stunning 1st Phase Chief Blanket by master weaver Jamie Marianito showcases the family's extraordinary gift for creating exceptional blankets. At 5'4" x 5'10", this handwoven treasure features traditional blanket weave construction in 100% hand-dyed, custom-spun Churro wool ...
SOLD : Woman's Manta : Lucie : Marianito : Churro 1788 : 41" x 48" (3'5" x 4")
This exquisite Woman's Manta with cochineal dyes is the masterwork of Lucie Marianito, a celebrated artisan whose dedication to traditional Navajo weaving is evident in every detail. Created from hand-selected churro wool that's been meticulously custom spun and dyed by hand, this 41" x 48" piece embodies generations of weaving heritage. Whether...
3rd Phase Chief Blanket : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 1780 : 48" x 68" (4' x 5'8")
Chief Blanket
3rd Phase Chief Blanket : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 1780 : 48" x 68" (4' x 5'8")
$ 10,000.00
Master weaver Jalucie Marianito brings authentic tradition to life with this striking 3rd Phase Chief Blanket, woven with natural dyes that honor centuries-old Navajo techniques. At 48" x 68", this generously proportioned textile transcends typical home décor—wear it as a shawl, drape it across furniture, or display it as the centerpiece it dese...
1st Phase Navajo Chief Blanket : Judy Marianito : Churro 1748 : 36" x 55" (4'7" x 3')
Chief Blankets
1st Phase Navajo Chief Blanket : Judy Marianito : Churro 1748 : 36" x 55" (4'7" x 3')
$ 5,500.00
Honor weaving heritage with this authentic 1st Phase Chief Blanket by master weaver Judy Marianito! At 3' x 4'7", this handwoven masterpiece captures the essence of where Navajo weaving began. Judy has crafted a true blanket weave with authentic handling, featuring striking narrow indigo blue stripes punctuated by bold dark brown bands and cream...
1st Phase Chief Blanket : Lucie Marianito : Churro 1756 : 47" x 62" (3'11" x 5'2")
Chief Blanket
1st Phase Chief Blanket : Lucie Marianito : Churro 1756 : 47" x 62" (3'11" x 5'2")
$ 8,000.00
Own a piece of weaving royalty! This celebrated 1st Phase Chief Blanket by legendary master weaver Lucie Marianito is a gateway to Navajo textile heritage. Spanning 3'11" x 5'2", this award-winning handwoven masterpiece embodies the foundational designs that sparked a weaving revolution. Woven from 100% pure Churro wool in iconic indigo and natu...
Manta : Navajo Weaving : Jamie Marianito : Churro 487 : 44" x 62" (3'8" x 5'2")
Woman's Manta
Manta : Navajo Weaving : Jamie Marianito : Churro 487 : 44" x 62" (3'8" x 5'2")
$ 7,500.00
Jamie Marianito's 2002 creation is pure weaving poetry! This gorgeous manta captivates with its interplay of cochineal and indigo—both time-honored natural dyes that bring warmth and depth to every thread. Crafted from native Churro wool, this piece earned its place in the prestigious This weaving was also part of the "The Next Phase", Desert Ca...
Childs Blanket : Silk : Navajo Weaving : Jamie Marianito : Churro 575 : 26" x 42" (2'2" x 3'6")
Childs Blanket
Childs Blanket : Silk : Navajo Weaving : Jamie Marianito : Churro 575 : 26" x 42" (2'2" x 3'6")
$ 6,500.00
A stunning child's blanket handwoven by acclaimed Master Weaver Jamie Marianito using 100% Bombyx silk. This exceptional piece showcases the artist's mastery of natural dyeing techniques—indigo creates the rich blues, rose madder produces the warm reds, and rabbit brush yields golden yellows. Recognized in the prestigious 2006 "The Next Phase:...
Childs Blanket Navajo Weaving : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 1707 : 36" x 51" (3' x 4'3") : Award Winner!
Childs Blanket
Childs Blanket Navajo Weaving : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 1707 : 36" x 51" (3' x 4'3") : Award Winner!
$ 2,700.00
Delight in authentic textile artistry with this prize-winning Child's Blanket by celebrated weaver Jalucie Marianito! At 3' x 4'3", this handwoven gem features timeless Chinle design elements crafted from 100% custom-spun, hand-dyed Churro wool in warm naturals, deep indigo, and striking cochineal accents. The sumptuous blanket weave offers irre...
Serape : Navajo Weaving : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 681 : 46" x 72" (3'11" x 6')
Serape
Serape : Navajo Weaving : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 681 : 46" x 72" (3'11" x 6')
$ 10,000.00
Weaver Jalucie Marianito created this showstopping Serape back in 2005, and it's been tucked away in our vault ever since—until now! This 46" x 72" beauty features a rich brick-red foundation with mesmerizing zig-zag and ribbon designs that practically leap off the weaving. What makes it truly special? Every color comes from natural dyes—cochine...
2 in 1 Navajo Rug: Kathy Marianito : Churro 1604 : 29" x 58" (2'5" x 4'10") : Award Winner
Optical
2 in 1 Navajo Rug: Kathy Marianito : Churro 1604 : 29" x 58" (2'5" x 4'10") : Award Winner
$ 4,500.00
Experience the brilliance of an unstoppable artist! This exceptional 2 in 1 Navajo Rug by 92-year-old master weaver Kathy Marianito shatters expectations about what's possible at any age. Spanning 2'5" x 4'10", this award-winning masterpiece reveals Kathy's fearless creative reinvention—she's elevated her iconic design to breathtaking new height...
Poncho : Navajo Weaving : Julia Upshaw : Churro 1529 : 78" x 57" (6'6" x 4'9") : Award Winner!
Serape
Poncho : Navajo Weaving : Julia Upshaw : Churro 1529 : 78" x 57" (6'6" x 4'9") : Award Winner!
$ 15,000.00
Julia Upshaw, a master weaver creates show stopping pieces that command attention. This magnificent Churro weaving is one of her largest creations—a true testament to her skill and vision. Julia's work has earned prestigious recognition, including Best of Show honors at both the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial and the Museum of Northern Arizona. ...
Serape Navajo Weaving : Laverta Marianito : Churro 425 : 62″ x 73″ (5'2" x 6'1") : Award Winner!
Serape
Serape Navajo Weaving : Laverta Marianito : Churro 425 : 62″ x 73″ (5'2" x 6'1") : Award Winner!
$ 11,250.00
Laverta Marianito wove this award-winning Serape in 2004, and it's been turning heads ever since—literally taking home 1st place at the 2004 Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial! At 62" x 73", this substantial piece wraps you in warmth while dazzling with its cochineal foundation and intricate zig-zag and ribbon designs. The Spiderwoman crosses...
Serape : Kathy Marianito : Churro 1471 : 69″ x 67″ (5'9" x 5'7")
$ 6,500.00
Discover a dream made tangible! This extraordinary Serape by master weaver Kathy Marianito is a treasure from the exclusive Churro Collection. At 5'9" x 5'7", this handwoven marvel surprised everyone with its generous proportions. Kathy drew inspiration from a dream rooted in her mother's and grandmother's weaving legacy, creating something uniq...
Manta : Navajo Weaving : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 463 : 45" X 61" (3'9" x 5'1")
Womans Manta
Manta : Navajo Weaving : Jalucie Marianito : Churro 463 : 45" X 61" (3'9" x 5'1")
$ 7,500.00
Prepare to be captivated by Jalucie Marianito's masterwork! This exquisite woman's manta weaves together the finest native Churro wool with a palette of purely natural dyes—deep indigo blues, passionate cochineal reds, and lush greens born from clever indigo-and-rabbit-brush-yellow overdyeing. A true showstopper from our exclusive Churro collect...