Maria de Lourdes Ortiz Zacarias swiftly cuts hundreds of strips of newsprint and colored crepe paper needed to make a pinata, soothed by Norteno music on the radio while measuring pieces by feel.

"It's always been a very Mexican tradition, and everything has evolved down to the materials and techniques," Avalos said. "Everything from how you make the (engrudo) to working with newspaper or ...

She also has a piñata on display that honors her Mexican and indigenous roots. “I wanted to bring the elements of Tonantzin and her current figure — most known as La Virgen of Guadalupe ...

The Mexican piñata – a large, hollow paper maché figure filled with sweets and treats – is the hot item at parties right now. The piñata is a great addition to the party; it looks pretty, and it ...