01 / ECUADOR
Go at your own pace.
From cacao to highland markets: tailor your date to your location and altitude.
02 / HOW TO DO IT
Here's how to do it.
- Look at woven paja toquilla hats in a shop or market and ask about the work that went into one of them.
- Mention the material and the maker, not just the familiar name of the hat.
- Stay within your budget and ask permission before taking photos.
If things go differently
No shop within reach? Explore the craft online and design your own pattern together on paper.