By Pat
I used my Beaded Batik Black and Burgundy Cotton Shoulder Bag all last Summer and got complements every time! It is light, but very durable. Fits over my shoulder comfortably leaving my hands free for shopping. I love the handy zippered pocket inside for smaller items and my cell phone. It snaps shut so its contents are secure. The sewing and beading are of excellent quality. I am buying another one for a friend and maybe another design for myself.
By brownroses
Thank You Jiap.. For the bags.. You do great work.. Always great comments about my bags.. The colors are beautiful.. Just.. A good expression of color &life.. Thank you..
By Holly
I have bought 3 of these slings. Two for myself and one as a gift which my daughter loved! They are well made and very nice details and artwork pattern. They are being made by Women who used to not be allowed to weave! Lets support these artisans!
UMBVS successfully changed the centuries' old tradition that forbade women from working on the loom, thus offering them an opportunity to learn to weave.
Like most women in weaving communities, Pappu Devi was only allowed to assist her husband as he wove. She got the yarn ready and generally helped... read more
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