The Hands Behind the Craft:

Piñas from Michoacán & the Pastillaje Technique

Piñas from Michoacán & the Pastillaje Technique

Born from the hands of master artisans in San José de Gracia, Michoacán, our collection of piñas reflects artistry and tradition passed down over generations.

Each piece is crafted by hand from clay and tepetate (a form of volcanic rock), then meticulously adorned using the traditional technique of pastillaje.

Every tiny petal, scale, and spine is shaped between the fingertips, with thousands of delicate pieces coming together to form each finished masterpiece.

Piñas from Michoacán & the Pastillaje Technique
Piñas from Michoacán & the Pastillaje Technique
Piñas from Michoacán & the Pastillaje Technique