piteado

thumb|Crown made for the queen of the 25th National Fair Piteado (2016) in Colotlán thumb|250px|Detail of a hand made piteado belt thumb|175px|Punteador at work in talabartería thumb|175px|Variety of piteado belts

Piteado is an artisan technique where pita or ixtle (thread made from the fiber of the century plant) is embroidered onto leather in decorative patterns. The technique is used to make belts, sandals, hair bands, saddles, and other leather accessories. The technique is popular in Mexico and Central America, and typical designs include flowers, animals, charreada, and Pre-Hispanic symbols.