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Saints and angels, dressed as Catrinas

Inspired by Lesley B. Fay and original art by Leslie Kate, each with a prayer for someone you love.

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Fine art printed on woodA prayer on every retabloGift-boxed with candle & milagro
Our Lady of Guadalupe retablo
Saint Michael the Archangel retablo
Saint Teresa of Ávila retablo
Catrinas show us that life and death are the same path.

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Six saints, six prayers

Each saint stands before San Miguel’s pink Parroquia, framed in marigolds, chiles and hearts. Choose one to see sizes and details.

Find your saint

Who is this retablo for?

View this saint

Light a candle and the prayer will glow

Saint of the day

Shuffle and draw your saint

Like a game of lotería, one card is waiting for you

The saint that turns over is the one keeping you company today.

Saint retablo, fine art printed on wood
Gold sacred-heart milagro charm
Glass candle with the Parroquia emblem
Prayer card with the Parroquia emblem
Box of matches

Inside your retablo box

A little altar, ready to light

  1. IRetabloFine art printed on wood, 11 × 7 in.
  2. IIMilagro charmA symbol of faith, hope and protection.
  3. IIIPrayer cardA short prayer for inspiration and guidance.
  4. IVCandleA little light for your prayers and intentions.
  5. VMatchesTo light your candle. Tap them.

re·ta·blo

A beloved Mexican tradition

Small paintings on wood honoring saints and angels, kept in the home.

ca·tri·na

Why our saints are Catrinas

The Catrina stands for the beauty of life, the continuity of the soul, and the remembrance of loved ones.

San Miguel de Allende

Made under the Parroquia

The Parroquia rises behind every saint because each retablo is created a few streets away, in the Centro.

From the blog

Stories behind the saints

Guides to the Day of the Dead, the saints and their prayers, and life in San Miguel, from our studio.

How to Make an Ofrenda: What to Put on a Day of the Dead Altar and What It MeansDay of the Dead guideHow to Make an Ofrenda: What to Put on a Day of the Dead Altar and What It MeansPrayer to St. Jude Thaddeus for Difficult and Hopeless CasesPrayers & patron saintsPrayer to St. Jude Thaddeus for Difficult and Hopeless CasesThe Best Things to Do in San Miguel de Allende: A Local Studio's GuideSan Miguel travel guideThe Best Things to Do in San Miguel de Allende: A Local Studio's GuideThe Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe: Juan Diego, the Tilma and December 12Saints & traditionsThe Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe: Juan Diego, the Tilma and December 12La Catrina: The History and Meaning of Mexico's Elegant SkeletonDay of the Dead cultureLa Catrina: The History and Meaning of Mexico's Elegant SkeletonMeaningful Catholic Gifts from Mexico for Every Sacrament and MilestoneGift guideMeaningful Catholic Gifts from Mexico for Every Sacrament and MilestoneWhat Is Día de los Muertos? Meaning, Dates and Traditions of the Day of the DeadDay of the Dead guideWhat Is Día de los Muertos? Meaning, Dates and Traditions of the Day of the DeadPrayer to St. Michael the Archangel: Text, Meaning and San Miguel’s PatronPrayers & patron saintsPrayer to St. Michael the Archangel: Text, Meaning and San Miguel’s PatronWhat Are Milagros? The Meaning of Mexican Milagro CharmsMexican folk art guideWhat Are Milagros? The Meaning of Mexican Milagro CharmsWhy Are Marigolds Used for the Day of the Dead? The Meaning of CempasúchilDay of the Dead flowersWhy Are Marigolds Used for the Day of the Dead? The Meaning of CempasúchilSt. Teresa of Ávila: Her Life, Her Words and the Prayer “Nada te turbe”Prayers & patron saintsSt. Teresa of Ávila: Her Life, Her Words and the Prayer “Nada te turbe”What Is a Retablo? The History of Mexican Devotional RetablosMexican folk art guideWhat Is a Retablo? The History of Mexican Devotional RetablosSugar Skulls: The Meaning and History of Calaveritas de AzúcarDay of the Dead traditionsSugar Skulls: The Meaning and History of Calaveritas de AzúcarSt. Francis of Assisi Prayer for Animals and the Blessing of the AnimalsPrayers & patron saintsSt. Francis of Assisi Prayer for Animals and the Blessing of the AnimalsPapel Picado: Meaning, History, Colors and How to Make Your OwnMexican folk artPapel Picado: Meaning, History, Colors and How to Make Your OwnHow to Make a Home Altar You Can Keep All YearFaith at homeHow to Make a Home Altar You Can Keep All YearPatron Saints for Every Need: A Practical GuideSaints guidePatron Saints for Every Need: A Practical GuideDay of the Dead in San Miguel de Allende: What to Expect and How to VisitDía de Muertos guideDay of the Dead in San Miguel de Allende: What to Expect and How to VisitPatron Saint of Cooks and Kitchens: San Pascual Bailón and MoreSaints in the kitchenPatron Saint of Cooks and Kitchens: San Pascual Bailón and MoreThoughtful Sympathy and Remembrance Gifts to Honor a Loved OneRemembrance guideThoughtful Sympathy and Remembrance Gifts to Honor a Loved One
San Miguel Retablos

Our retablos are lovingly created by

Leslie Kate & Lesley B. Fay

in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.

Visit & contact

Come see them in San Miguel

Hidalgo 52A, CentroBetween Insurgentes and Calzada de la LuzSan Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato 37700
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Prices in US dollars. Mexican peso prices use the daily exchange rate. Shipping is calculated at checkout.

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The prayer
What’s included
  • Retablo with tag: the retablo of your saint in a clear gift bag with ribbon and a San Miguel Retablos tag
  • Gift box: the retablo plus a milagro charm, a prayer card, a candle and a box of matches
Details
  • Mexican devotional folk art, created in San Miguel de Allende
  • Shown in front of the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
  • Wood, 11 × 7 inches (28 × 18 cm)
  • Fine art printed on wood from an original painting by Leslie Kate
Shipping & pickup
We ship to the United States and Mexico. Shipping is calculated at checkout by zip code. Mexico: about 5 days with Estafeta. United States: up to 14 days. You can also buy or pick up at our studio, Hidalgo 52A, Centro, San Miguel de Allende.
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