LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Dulces y Botanas, a Valley store, is seeing an increase in sales as the holidays approach. Owner José Urrutia said the season means long hours and extra staff to meet demand for the seven-pointed piñata.
Making piñatas from scratch
The seven-pointed piñata is in high demand at this time of year, according to the report.
Urrutia said the process starts with cardboard and paper.
“From scratch — there’s the cardboard. We work with cardboard, and we use paper to decorate. So, we start from scratch and make everything,” Urrutia said.
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Roots and meaning
Piñatas have roots in China and have become part of celebrations for many Latino families. Making them has meant nearly a decade in business for Urrutia.
Urrutia described the meaning of the seven points.
“In religious terms, the seven points represent the seven deadly sins. And the stick is like a tool of good used to defeat the sins,” Urrutia said.
Helping customers reconnect with traditions
Urrutia said his work goes beyond selling piñatas. It involves helping customers reconnect with memories and traditions from home.
“Well, it fills me with happiness, too. Because it’s like giving them back something they had forgotten, while also letting them enjoy it here in the United States,” Urrutia said.
Mexican candy for piñatas
Mexican candy that goes inside the piñatas is also part of the tradition.
“Well, if you want to sweeten your life, come here, and we’ll help you do that,” Urrutia said.
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