Home altars (Ofrendas) are usually two or three tiers high. Besides the papel picado banners, the altar can have intricate fence like cutouts around the tier that contains the picture of those being honored. 'Lagrimas' (tear shaped papercuts) also decorate the edges of the altar.

Order your Day of the Dead products for November 1 & 2. Enhance your home altar with papel picado, lagrimas, flags and banners. No orders will be taken after September 20.

Mini Day of the Dead Papel Picado
Each sheet measures 5 x 6 inches
Strung enramada = approx 6 feet

Lagrimar Panel = 10 x 3 inches (flower or skull Design)

4 panels fit a 3 x 8 foot doorway
Folktale information included

Tissue paper flags, 'banderas de papel picado', are used for all kinds of celebrations in Mexico. Artisans cut flags for patriotic holidays, weddings, birthdays, and religious celebrations. They are placed in all kinds of containers or given to guests as a momento of the occasion.

Multicolored
Approx 5 1/2 x 7 inches
Approx stick length - 24 inches

Individual sheets 15 x 20 inches each

Each design measures
1 1/2 x 2 inches
Strung enramada = 6 feet

Vestido de Despedida de Soltera - Bridal Shower Dress

New (contemporary) tradition started in San Luis Potosi Mexico. The bride-to-be is dressed with a paper 'papel picado' wedding dress. As each article is put on her, a prayer or wish for her successful marriage is repeated. Included in the package: a skirt, a bodice, two sleeves, and a flower crown.

White Bridal Dress - Fits any size. Instructions and traditional information included.