Thank You for Being Part of This Dream

Today, I want to welcome you to a universe where ancestral tradition is preserved with love—a world woven with artisanal connection, innovation, and design.

I studied Social Communication and Journalism, but my passion for weaving began at the age of 9, sewing by hand at my grandmother’s house. By the time I was 12, with my first sewing machine, I made and sold my first dresses to my friends. From a very young age, I already knew I wanted to have my own business.

In February 2014, at 24 years old, I was going through one of the most difficult moments of my life. I had lost my mother, and for five years, I experienced a profound period of grief…

But everything changed when I traveled to La Guajira for the first time. I didn’t know anyone; I only felt the need to find something that would give me back a sense of purpose.
It was there, among threads, colors, and weaving hands, that I met the Wayuu women. And with them, unknowingly, the true weaving of Castellano began.

I was deeply frustrated to see how their weavings and art were undervalued. Many people are unaware of the work, time, and history behind a craft, a Wayuu bag, or a textile. Their faces, life stories, and culture… were invisible to most consumers.

Then I thought: why not create products with purpose?
Products that tell a story, honor their ancestral heritage, and at the same time, dignify their craft. I wanted to create, together with them, authentic, high-quality collections that blend tradition and innovation. And that’s how Castellano was born.

Castellano is more than just a brand of handcrafted jewelry and woven accessories.
It is a way to connect with the ancestral techniques of our culture, preserve its weavings, support the circular economy, and raise awareness of what lies behind each piece: a story, a tradition, a living craft.

I decided that Castellano would be a brand that supports and dignifies the work of artisans, recognizing their talent and helping preserve their cultural heritage. That’s why every year I travel to the community where we weave our bracelets, spend time with the artisans, and, together with my team, create videos and interviews so you can get a closer look at Wayuu culture.

Thank you for being part of this story.