Xoloitzcuintle Dog Día de Muertos Scented Candle Christmas Stockings Hand carved wood

Hand carved wood

is the result of passionate research by a multidisciplinary team dedicated to honoring taco culture

Salsa Bowl: 4 ¼” in diameter x 2 ¾” tall

Hand-painted designs tell stories of Xalitla's life

Faux turquoise

Xoloitzcuintle Dog Día de Muertos Scented Candle Christmas Stockings Hand carved woodCharming Xoloitzcuintle Day of the Dead Dog Scented Candle Made in Tlaxcala, Mexico. In Mexican culture, it is believed that Xoloitzcuintles' role was to help souls pass through a deep and mighty river that crosses the land of the dead, helping them get safely to Mictln, the underworld. During Da de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, festivities, these dogs can be seen in ofrendas (offerings) to represent that guidance. These beautiful dog candles are