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What is a Mojiganga and Why are They Seen All Over San Miguel de Allende?

by LUISA NAVARRO • • 0 comments
Image: ​​@mojiganga_estudio

Have you ever seen a mojiganga in the streets of Mexico?


Mojigangas are giant puppets (approximately 15 feet tall!) created using cardboard materials.


They originated from Spain and were brought to Mexico around the 1600s.

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Today, you can spot them in the streets of San Miguel de Allende during a “callejoneada” (a walking parade) or for weddings and other fiestas.


In Spain, the puppets were used to make fun of public figures or for comedic relief during religious pilgrimages.

Image: ​​@mojiganga_estudio
Mojigangas symbolize joy and are often use to parody iconic figures like La Catrina, Frida, and los novios (wedding couples).
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You can find them dancing down cobblestones streets during town festivals, often accompanied by mariachis.


Mojigangas can be found all throughout Mexico (but depending on the region, they refer to them by different names).


They have become especially popular in San Miguel de Allende where they have been used in celebrations for more than 100 years!


The mojigangas in the image above were created by Mojiganga Estudio —a 3rd generation “mojigangera” artisan family located in San Miguel de Allende.

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Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato
Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato
Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato
Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato
Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato
Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato

Tin Noche Buena Nativity Set from Guanajuato

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Our nativity sets are ready to send to family and friends and include free sarape gift wrap! 

Details:

  • This nativity set is 100% handmade from tin.
  • Each nativity scene includes 10 individual pieces.
  • Includes tin box with noche buena for nativity pieces
  • This item is handmade. Colors, sizes, and designs can slightly vary.

Dimensions:

  • Dimensions per figure vary; however, they are roughly 6 inches tall.

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We are excited to now offer flat-rate shipping. Please allow 2 to 6 business days for fulfillment and arrival. Orders for in-stock items (a.k.a. non pre-orders) will ship out same day if placed before 12p EST. 

Our shop hours are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.., which means orders placed after 11 a.m. EST will go out the following day. Orders placed Sunday will be fulfilled on Wednesday. For more details, see below.

Pick Up Orders: For local customers based in Brooklyn, pick-up is available at checkout at no additional charge. If you are charged shipping at checkout, send us an email and we will refund you the shipping cost. Pick-up is available during business hours Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please allow 24 hours for orders to be processed. If you have any questions about your order, please email orders@mexicoinmypocket.com and we’d be happy to help!

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  • Due to the weight of glassware, if you order more than 2 sets of glasses, you will be invoiced separately for additional shipping costs. For this product, please allow up to 2 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

Pre-Order Shipping: If you pre-ordered items and you have a question about fulfillment times, pleas email us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. Please Note: Pre-orders typically take 6-8 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

* FLATE RATE SHIPPING IS FOR CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES ONLY* 
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* Please also be aware:

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All online sales are final, except for clothing and shoes. All discounted items are FINAL SALE, including clothing and shoes. 

Please review your order very carefully, and email us prior to ordering if there are any questions.

We do not accept returns, but if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, please email us. We always strive to make it right and pride ourselves on customer service. 

Returning clothes and/or shoes

We do not accept returns, or exchanges, except for clothing and shoes. For clothing and shoes, we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

*Exclusions apply. We reserve the right to reject a return if we believe the item has been worn.

Return process

If you would like to return or exchange clothing or shoes, A USPS return label will be automatically generated. *Please Note: The shipping cost of the return label will be deducted from your return total. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com.


Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges
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Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

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Day of the Dead Nativity Set
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Our nativity sets are ready to send to family and friends and include free sarape gift wrap! 

Created by artisans in Puebla, this nativity set is perfect for Day of the Dead celebrations.

 About the Artisans: 

Saúl and David (pictured above) have been working on their craft since the age of twelve. They have a total of 20 years of experience in this profession and have been recognized around the world as experts in polychrome pottery.

Details:

  • This nativity set is 100% handmade from clay and hand painted.
  • Each nativity scene includes 13 individual pieces.

Dimensions:

  • Dimensions per figure vary; however, they are roughly 3.5 inches tall.

All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be given on any purchases at this time.


We are excited to now offer flat-rate shipping. Please allow 2 to 6 business days for fulfillment and arrival. Orders for in-stock items (a.k.a. non pre-orders) will ship out same day if placed before 12p EST. 

Our shop hours are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.., which means orders placed after 11 a.m. EST will go out the following day. Orders placed Sunday will be fulfilled on Wednesday. For more details, see below.

Pick Up Orders: For local customers based in Brooklyn, pick-up is available at checkout at no additional charge. If you are charged shipping at checkout, send us an email and we will refund you the shipping cost. Pick-up is available during business hours Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please allow 24 hours for orders to be processed. If you have any questions about your order, please email orders@mexicoinmypocket.com and we’d be happy to help!

Additional Shipping Costs: 

  • Pre-Orders: If you pre-order an item with other items and you want them shipped earlier, you will be invoiced additional shipping costs. To make this special request, add a note to your order and we will invoice you the additional costs.
  • Due to the weight of glassware, if you order more than 2 sets of glasses, you will be invoiced separately for additional shipping costs. For this product, please allow up to 2 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

Pre-Order Shipping: If you pre-ordered items and you have a question about fulfillment times, pleas email us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. Please Note: Pre-orders typically take 6-8 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

* FLATE RATE SHIPPING IS FOR CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES ONLY* 
Please Note: Certain exclusions apply.

 

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* Please also be aware:

  • We are not responsible for shipping delays.
  • Certain shipping exclusions apply for jewelry and/or fragile items. For more information, please read the product details and descriptions.
  • Don't see your state or location on the list? Please send an email to hola@mexicoinmypocket.com.

All online sales are final, except for clothing and shoes. All discounted items are FINAL SALE, including clothing and shoes. 

Please review your order very carefully, and email us prior to ordering if there are any questions.

We do not accept returns, but if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, please email us. We always strive to make it right and pride ourselves on customer service. 

Returning clothes and/or shoes

We do not accept returns, or exchanges, except for clothing and shoes. For clothing and shoes, we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

*Exclusions apply. We reserve the right to reject a return if we believe the item has been worn.

Return process

If you would like to return or exchange clothing or shoes, A USPS return label will be automatically generated. *Please Note: The shipping cost of the return label will be deducted from your return total. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com.


Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}

Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Red Crystal}

$45.00 $22.50 Save 50%
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This gorgeous German silver heart picture frame makes a beautiful locket or tree ornament! 

Details:

  • This heart is hand engraved and composed of German silver. German silver is a metal made by combining nickel, copper, and zinc and *does not* contain silver.
  • Dimensions: appreoximately 3 x 2 in.
  • Includes hook on the back so you can hang on the wall or use for other decorative purposes such as jewelry or an ornament.
  • Handmade by the Rodriguez family in San Miguel de Allende.

We are excited to now offer flat-rate shipping. Please allow 2 to 6 business days for fulfillment and arrival. Orders for in-stock items (a.k.a. non pre-orders) will ship out same day if placed before 12p EST. 

Our shop hours are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.., which means orders placed after 11 a.m. EST will go out the following day. Orders placed Sunday will be fulfilled on Wednesday. For more details, see below.

Pick Up Orders: For local customers based in Brooklyn, pick-up is available at checkout at no additional charge. If you are charged shipping at checkout, send us an email and we will refund you the shipping cost. Pick-up is available during business hours Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please allow 24 hours for orders to be processed. If you have any questions about your order, please email orders@mexicoinmypocket.com and we’d be happy to help!

Additional Shipping Costs: 

  • Pre-Orders: If you pre-order an item with other items and you want them shipped earlier, you will be invoiced additional shipping costs. To make this special request, add a note to your order and we will invoice you the additional costs.
  • Due to the weight of glassware, if you order more than 2 sets of glasses, you will be invoiced separately for additional shipping costs. For this product, please allow up to 2 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

Pre-Order Shipping: If you pre-ordered items and you have a question about fulfillment times, pleas email us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. Please Note: Pre-orders typically take 6-8 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

* FLATE RATE SHIPPING IS FOR CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES ONLY* 
Please Note: Certain exclusions apply.

 

  • West Coast: $10 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arizona 

    • California 

    • Colorado

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    • Nebraska

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    • New Mexico

    • Oregon

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    • Washington

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  • Middle United States: $8 Flat Rate Shipping

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    • Kansas
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    • Michigan
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  • East Coast: $7 Flat Rate Shipping

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    • Ohio
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    • Rhode Island
    • South Carolina
    • Tennessee
    • Vermont
    • Virginia
    • West Virginia

* Please also be aware:

  • We are not responsible for shipping delays.
  • Certain shipping exclusions apply for jewelry and/or fragile items. For more information, please read the product details and descriptions.
  • Don't see your state or location on the list? Please send an email to hola@mexicoinmypocket.com.

All online sales are final, except for clothing and shoes. All discounted items are FINAL SALE, including clothing and shoes. 

Please review your order very carefully, and email us prior to ordering if there are any questions.

We do not accept returns, but if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, please email us. We always strive to make it right and pride ourselves on customer service. 

Returning clothes and/or shoes

We do not accept returns, or exchanges, except for clothing and shoes. For clothing and shoes, we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

*Exclusions apply. We reserve the right to reject a return if we believe the item has been worn.

Return process

If you would like to return or exchange clothing or shoes, A USPS return label will be automatically generated. *Please Note: The shipping cost of the return label will be deducted from your return total. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com.


Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}
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Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}
Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}

Milagro Picture Frame & Ornament {Blue Crystal}

$45.00 $22.50 Save 50%
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Shipping calculated at checkout.

This gorgeous German silver heart picture frame makes a beautiful locket or tree ornament! 

Details:

  • This heart is hand engraved and composed of German silver. German silver is a metal made by combining nickel, copper, and zinc and *does not* contain silver.
  • Dimensions: appreoximately 3 x 2 in.
  • Includes hook on the back so you can hang on the wall or use for other decorative purposes such as jewelry or an ornament.
  • Handmade by the Rodriguez family in San Miguel de Allende.

We are excited to now offer flat-rate shipping. Please allow 2 to 6 business days for fulfillment and arrival. Orders for in-stock items (a.k.a. non pre-orders) will ship out same day if placed before 12p EST. 

Our shop hours are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.., which means orders placed after 11 a.m. EST will go out the following day. Orders placed Sunday will be fulfilled on Wednesday. For more details, see below.

Pick Up Orders: For local customers based in Brooklyn, pick-up is available at checkout at no additional charge. If you are charged shipping at checkout, send us an email and we will refund you the shipping cost. Pick-up is available during business hours Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please allow 24 hours for orders to be processed. If you have any questions about your order, please email orders@mexicoinmypocket.com and we’d be happy to help!

Additional Shipping Costs: 

  • Pre-Orders: If you pre-order an item with other items and you want them shipped earlier, you will be invoiced additional shipping costs. To make this special request, add a note to your order and we will invoice you the additional costs.
  • Due to the weight of glassware, if you order more than 2 sets of glasses, you will be invoiced separately for additional shipping costs. For this product, please allow up to 2 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

Pre-Order Shipping: If you pre-ordered items and you have a question about fulfillment times, pleas email us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. Please Note: Pre-orders typically take 6-8 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

* FLATE RATE SHIPPING IS FOR CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES ONLY* 
Please Note: Certain exclusions apply.

 

  • West Coast: $10 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arizona 

    • California 

    • Colorado

    • Idaho 

    • Nebraska

    • Nevada

    • New Mexico

    • Oregon

    • Utah

    • Washington

    • Wyoming

 

  • Middle United States: $8 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arkansas
    • Illinois
    • Iowa
    • Kansas
    • Louisiana
    • Michigan
    • Minnesota
    • Missouri
    • Nebraska
    • North Dakota
    • Oklahoma
    • South Dakota
    • Texas
    • Wisconsin

  • East Coast: $7 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Alabama
    • Connecticut
    • Delaware
    • Washington D.C.
    • Florida
    • Georgia
    • Indiana
    • Kentucky
    • Maine
    • Maryland
    • Massachusetts
    • Mississippi
    • New Hampshire
    • New Jersey
    • New York
    • North Carolina
    • Ohio
    • Pennsylvania
    • Rhode Island
    • South Carolina
    • Tennessee
    • Vermont
    • Virginia
    • West Virginia

* Please also be aware:

  • We are not responsible for shipping delays.
  • Certain shipping exclusions apply for jewelry and/or fragile items. For more information, please read the product details and descriptions.
  • Don't see your state or location on the list? Please send an email to hola@mexicoinmypocket.com.

All online sales are final, except for clothing and shoes. All discounted items are FINAL SALE, including clothing and shoes. 

Please review your order very carefully, and email us prior to ordering if there are any questions.

We do not accept returns, but if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, please email us. We always strive to make it right and pride ourselves on customer service. 

Returning clothes and/or shoes

We do not accept returns, or exchanges, except for clothing and shoes. For clothing and shoes, we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

*Exclusions apply. We reserve the right to reject a return if we believe the item has been worn.

Return process

If you would like to return or exchange clothing or shoes, A USPS return label will be automatically generated. *Please Note: The shipping cost of the return label will be deducted from your return total. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com.


Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

Andrea German Silver Picture Frame
Andrea German Silver Picture Frame
Andrea German Silver Picture Frame
Andrea German Silver Picture Frame
Andrea German Silver Picture Frame
Andrea German Silver Picture Frame

Andrea German Silver Picture Frame

$45.00 $27.00 Save 40%
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Shipping calculated at checkout.

This gorgeous German silver picture frame is handmade by the Rodriguez family in San Miguel de Allende.

Details:

  • This frame is hand engraved and composed of German silver. German silver is a metal made by combining nickel, copper, and zinc and *does not* contain silver.
  • Dimensions: approximately 5 x 3.5 inches 

We are excited to now offer flat-rate shipping. Please allow 2 to 6 business days for fulfillment and arrival. Orders for in-stock items (a.k.a. non pre-orders) will ship out same day if placed before 12p EST. 

Our shop hours are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.., which means orders placed after 11 a.m. EST will go out the following day. Orders placed Sunday will be fulfilled on Wednesday. For more details, see below.

Pick Up Orders: For local customers based in Brooklyn, pick-up is available at checkout at no additional charge. If you are charged shipping at checkout, send us an email and we will refund you the shipping cost. Pick-up is available during business hours Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please allow 24 hours for orders to be processed. If you have any questions about your order, please email orders@mexicoinmypocket.com and we’d be happy to help!

Additional Shipping Costs: 

  • Pre-Orders: If you pre-order an item with other items and you want them shipped earlier, you will be invoiced additional shipping costs. To make this special request, add a note to your order and we will invoice you the additional costs.
  • Due to the weight of glassware, if you order more than 2 sets of glasses, you will be invoiced separately for additional shipping costs. For this product, please allow up to 2 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

Pre-Order Shipping: If you pre-ordered items and you have a question about fulfillment times, pleas email us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. Please Note: Pre-orders typically take 6-8 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

* FLATE RATE SHIPPING IS FOR CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES ONLY* 
Please Note: Certain exclusions apply.

 

  • West Coast: $10 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arizona 

    • California 

    • Colorado

    • Idaho 

    • Nebraska

    • Nevada

    • New Mexico

    • Oregon

    • Utah

    • Washington

    • Wyoming

 

  • Middle United States: $8 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arkansas
    • Illinois
    • Iowa
    • Kansas
    • Louisiana
    • Michigan
    • Minnesota
    • Missouri
    • Nebraska
    • North Dakota
    • Oklahoma
    • South Dakota
    • Texas
    • Wisconsin

  • East Coast: $7 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Alabama
    • Connecticut
    • Delaware
    • Washington D.C.
    • Florida
    • Georgia
    • Indiana
    • Kentucky
    • Maine
    • Maryland
    • Massachusetts
    • Mississippi
    • New Hampshire
    • New Jersey
    • New York
    • North Carolina
    • Ohio
    • Pennsylvania
    • Rhode Island
    • South Carolina
    • Tennessee
    • Vermont
    • Virginia
    • West Virginia

* Please also be aware:

  • We are not responsible for shipping delays.
  • Certain shipping exclusions apply for jewelry and/or fragile items. For more information, please read the product details and descriptions.
  • Don't see your state or location on the list? Please send an email to hola@mexicoinmypocket.com.

All online sales are final, except for clothing and shoes. All discounted items are FINAL SALE, including clothing and shoes. 

Please review your order very carefully, and email us prior to ordering if there are any questions.

We do not accept returns, but if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, please email us. We always strive to make it right and pride ourselves on customer service. 

Returning clothes and/or shoes

We do not accept returns, or exchanges, except for clothing and shoes. For clothing and shoes, we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

*Exclusions apply. We reserve the right to reject a return if we believe the item has been worn.

Return process

If you would like to return or exchange clothing or shoes, A USPS return label will be automatically generated. *Please Note: The shipping cost of the return label will be deducted from your return total. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com.


Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}
Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}

Taper Church Candle set of 2 {1x12}

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These Mexican church candles are a centuries-old tradition. Made by pouring hot layers of paraffin over cotton wicks and stamped with gold foil. These candles have been used and are still used to grace church altars and to illuminate homes for fiestas in Mexico.

Details:

  • Cotton wicks
  • Each candle is made from paraffin wax
  • The warm color is achieved by melting amber (crystallized tree sap).
  • Made in Mexico gold foil stamp at the bottom.
  • Dimensions: 1 x 12 inches
  • Includes 2 candles 
  • *Does not include the candleholder*

Care Instructions:

  • Please remember to cut the wicks before burning.
  • Trim wicks to 1/8 inch before each time you light the candle.
  • Candles may smoke slightly.
  • These candles are not dripless candles.
  • Never leave the candles unattended.
  • When burning indoors, please keep them away from air vents, ceiling fans, and flammable objects.

We are excited to now offer flat-rate shipping. Please allow 2 to 6 business days for fulfillment and arrival. Orders for in-stock items (a.k.a. non pre-orders) will ship out same day if placed before 12p EST. 

Our shop hours are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.., which means orders placed after 11 a.m. EST will go out the following day. Orders placed Sunday will be fulfilled on Wednesday. For more details, see below.

Pick Up Orders: For local customers based in Brooklyn, pick-up is available at checkout at no additional charge. If you are charged shipping at checkout, send us an email and we will refund you the shipping cost. Pick-up is available during business hours Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please allow 24 hours for orders to be processed. If you have any questions about your order, please email orders@mexicoinmypocket.com and we’d be happy to help!

Additional Shipping Costs: 

  • Pre-Orders: If you pre-order an item with other items and you want them shipped earlier, you will be invoiced additional shipping costs. To make this special request, add a note to your order and we will invoice you the additional costs.
  • Due to the weight of glassware, if you order more than 2 sets of glasses, you will be invoiced separately for additional shipping costs. For this product, please allow up to 2 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

Pre-Order Shipping: If you pre-ordered items and you have a question about fulfillment times, pleas email us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. Please Note: Pre-orders typically take 6-8 weeks for shipment and fulfillment. 

* FLATE RATE SHIPPING IS FOR CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES ONLY* 
Please Note: Certain exclusions apply.

 

  • West Coast: $10 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arizona 

    • California 

    • Colorado

    • Idaho 

    • Nebraska

    • Nevada

    • New Mexico

    • Oregon

    • Utah

    • Washington

    • Wyoming

 

  • Middle United States: $8 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Arkansas
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    • Louisiana
    • Michigan
    • Minnesota
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    • North Dakota
    • Oklahoma
    • South Dakota
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    • Wisconsin

  • East Coast: $7 Flat Rate Shipping

    • Alabama
    • Connecticut
    • Delaware
    • Washington D.C.
    • Florida
    • Georgia
    • Indiana
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    • Maine
    • Maryland
    • Massachusetts
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    • New Hampshire
    • New Jersey
    • New York
    • North Carolina
    • Ohio
    • Pennsylvania
    • Rhode Island
    • South Carolina
    • Tennessee
    • Vermont
    • Virginia
    • West Virginia

* Please also be aware:

  • We are not responsible for shipping delays.
  • Certain shipping exclusions apply for jewelry and/or fragile items. For more information, please read the product details and descriptions.
  • Don't see your state or location on the list? Please send an email to hola@mexicoinmypocket.com.

All online sales are final, except for clothing and shoes. All discounted items are FINAL SALE, including clothing and shoes. 

Please review your order very carefully, and email us prior to ordering if there are any questions.

We do not accept returns, but if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, please email us. We always strive to make it right and pride ourselves on customer service. 

Returning clothes and/or shoes

We do not accept returns, or exchanges, except for clothing and shoes. For clothing and shoes, we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

*Exclusions apply. We reserve the right to reject a return if we believe the item has been worn.

Return process

If you would like to return or exchange clothing or shoes, A USPS return label will be automatically generated. *Please Note: The shipping cost of the return label will be deducted from your return total. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at orders@mexicoinmypocket.com.


Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

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