Journal

In My Minga – Healing + Learning with Esmeralda Zeledon
In My Minga03.24.24

Healing + Learning with Esmeralda Zeledon

We’re so excited to pick up our #InMyMinga interview series, this time introducing our friend and Minga ambassador, Esmeralda. This inspiring woman has transcended the separation between human and nature - she is a bridge between worlds. Ritmos...

Alpaca and It's History
In My Minga11.13.23

Alpaca and It's History

Alpacas, the fluffiest Andean queens, and how our beanies help preserve their legacy Subtitle: As everywhere else, natural fiber textiles in Ecuador have become less common with the rise of fast fashion. Read on to learn more.

A Deep Dive — Our Creative Escape Trip to Ecuador
In My Minga02.11.22

A Deep Dive — Our Creative Escape Trip to Ecuador

"It is not often that we get to see where our products come from… this trip allowed us to take a deep dive into the beauty of slow, intentional craftsmanship and left us with a renewed appreciation for...

In My Minga — In the West with Shannon Moss
In My Minga12.08.21

In the West with Shannon Moss

Meet Shannon, a photographer, writer & art director living in Los Angeles, CA. 

In My Minga — Creativity + Fatherhood with Jesse SunWolf
In My Minga10.20.21

Creativity + Fatherhood with Jesse SunWolf

Jesse - a painter, farmer, gardener, and faithful member of the Minga community. 

In My Minga — Dance + Health with Fernando Lino
In My Minga09.07.21

Dance + Health with Fernando Lino

We had the pleasure of catching up with Fernando Lino, a passionate choreographer who uses movement and the expression of dance to connect with others.

A Deep Dive — Our Process + Natural Fibers
In My Minga07.20.21

A Deep Dive — Our Process + Natural Fibers

Before there was plastic, there was cabuya. For centuries, people used the sturdy, natural fiber from Ecuador’s cabuya plants to weave rope, shopping bags, hats and other crafts. Now, the eco-friendly fiber has largely been replaced by plastic...

In My Minga — Family, Community + Style with Aaron Rodríguez
In My Minga11.13.20

Family, Community + Style with Aaron Rodríguez

We caught up with Aaron Rodríguez, a master component of love who values art, family and community. From the moment we met Aaron through the depths of Instagram, he caught our eye. Whether it’s his impeccable style, days...

A Deep Dive — Our Founder & Designer
In My Minga11.01.20

A Deep Dive — Our Founder & Designer

Get to know one of the many women behind our small brand, our founder, Emily.

In My Minga — Simplicity + Collaboration with Kendall Wilson
In My Minga10.08.20

Simplicity + Collaboration with Kendall Wilson

Get to know Kendall, our neighbor and friend living in San Diego, who spends her time creating, writing and now traveling in her new 1994 Chevy Van.

In My Minga — On Being a Mother+ Sustainable Advocate with Jasmine Dore
In My Minga09.30.20

On Being a Mother+ Sustainable Advocate with Jasmine Dore

In our first-ever #InMyMinga Journal posting, we’re so excited to highlight Jasmine Dore.