Q&A

FAQ - Your Questions Answered

1. What exactly do I receive when I support the project?

When you choose a support level, you receive a surprise handmade gift created by Guatemalan women using natural dyes and ancestral Mayan techniques. Depending on the amount you choose, your thank-you gift can be anything from accessories, scarves, caps and bags to clothing pieces like dresses or ponchos. Every piece is completely unique, so no two are ever the same.

2. Why is everything a "surprise" and not shown individually?

Because every item is one-of-a-kind and handmade, it is impossible to upload all pieces to the website. The main focus is supporting the artisans, not scrolling through a huge catalog. The surprise is part of the experience: you support the project and in return you receive something beautiful, meaningful and created for you.

3. Where does my support go and how does it help?

Your contribution goes directly to the women artisans and their families in Guatemala. It helps them earn fair income, work with dignity and keep their ancestral traditions alive. This project is personal for me, because I grew up around these women, and your support creates real change in their everyday lives.

4. Can I choose colors or styles?

You can share a general color preference, for example light, dark or colorful. The rest stays a surprise and is created based on what the women are working on in that moment. This way, production stays natural and stress free, and you receive something truly unique instead of something mass produced.

5. Why should I support One Culture?

Because your support does more than just send you a product - it supports a life. You help single mothers and families, you protect Mayan traditions, you support sustainable handmade work and you become part of a movement that values meaning over materialism. At the same time, you receive a piece of Guatemala made with heart, history and intention.