Molamama is all about the animals and all about creative collaboration! My work as a designer/artisan with the Kuna tribe in Kuna Yala, the San Blas islands of eastern Panama.. has helped to create an economic avenue for tribal women for the past 19 years. It is a pleasure and a privilege to work with such amazing people!

Layer by layer, stitch by tiny stitch, each mola is sewn entirely by hand using time honored mola making techniques handed down from Kuna mother to daughter for generations! All of our stuffed animals and accessories are created in this manner. All the way old school & done with much respect for what is considered a dying art. This project helps to keep the art of mola making alive.. and celebrates the natural world in which we live and all the amazing creatures who make it their habitat! (>'.'<)

Inspiration comes in all shapes and sizes... from any and all direction. Mine usually starts right here on the kitchen rug! 19+ pounds and ready to rock, Karuna loves to pose for molas.. that is when he's not chasing his favorite snack!

Cats, whether from the wild or living the good life on my comfy couch.. compel me and continually feed my passion.. and creativity!

Below are some examples of our hand stitched mola applique from both of our stores. Click on any image to go to either store. Enjoy!