The character of a handmade hammock is easiest to see up close. A braided strip, a gathered fabric flower or a carefully tied fringe gives the textile a finish that a distant room photograph can miss.
Santa Luzia makes our hammocks in São Bento, Paraíba, Brazil. Across the collection, the material and handwork change from one design to the next. Here is what to look for when choosing a piece for your home.
The sculptural texture of Trancê
The Trancê collection is defined by braided cotton. Interlaced strips create an open, textured surface, with the structure visible across the body of the hammock.
The Natural, The Terracotta and The Harvest Gold bring this design into three different palettes. Look at both the full view and the close-up photographs to understand the texture before deciding on a colour.
An award for the design
Santa Luzia’s Trancê design received the Recognition of Artisan Excellence in the Southern Cone from the World Crafts Council in 2018, under UNESCO sponsorship. The maker describes the recognition in its 2019 catalogue.
This award belongs to the Trancê design. It should not be read as a UNESCO certification covering every hammock or every material in our shop.
Fringe, flowers and a different textile finish
Braiding is one expression of the craft. The Iracema Heritage pairs cotton textiles with handcrafted fringe. The Blossom features fuxico, a technique in which small gathered fabric flowers form decorative details.
These finishes give the pieces different visual weight. An open braid makes the structure part of the room; fringe adds detail around a woven body. Choose the finish you enjoy looking at as much as the colour.
Check the material as well as the handwork
The collection includes cotton textiles styles. Check the material listed for the particular model rather than assuming every hammock uses the same fibre. The product page also lists its dimensions and load limit.
Keep cotton dry, protect it from rain and follow the care instructions supplied for your model. If your hammock will hang outside, plan where you will store it when it is not in use.
See the whole piece
Our styled scenes help show a hammock in a room or sheltered outdoor space. They are illustrative; a stand shown in the scene is not included. Check your space and installation requirements before ordering.
Explore the story of our makers, compare the braided collection or browse all 14 hammocks. For help with a particular model, contact Peace Emergency.
