www.CalaverasApparel.etsy.com — This Etsy shop blends traditional Day of the Dead themes into modern textiles, handmade accessories and original art works.Former Fairview High School student Tom Stetler, along with his Denver girlfriend Valerie Pierce, started Calaveras Apparel out of the desire to blend trendy graphic design with the classic Mexican skulls and artwork — and at reasonable prices. Each item is handcrafted, from beginning to end, and the artists also often collaborate with other Etsy artists.

The interest in Day of the Dead skulls came from Pierce, who grew up in New Mexico.

The accessories are unique, like a bracelet made from old records screen-printed with an original skull design, for only $10.50. Or a wooden box, featuring a hand-drawn and wood-burned skull-and-wings image for $13.

Calaveras Apparel also makes wall clocks, posters, light switch plates, memory boards and apparel. Hand screen-printed shirts, made to look vintage, cost $15.50.

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