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!
By Cathleen
I just got back from Cusco, Peru. I bought beautiful pillow covers but wanted a few more authentic handwoven items. I KNOW this purse is authentic, and it is well made. I visited weaving cooperatives and recognize the natural colors and designs. It has a sturdy lining and a nice inside pocket with zipper. I use it for my everyday purse, I like the size. I dont like a big purse. It is important to me that the weavers of the Peruvian Andes get support to continue weaving. Tourists have not returned to this area and these traditions will be lost. Plus it is a beautiful purse with rich colors.
By Olga
I got this bag as a Christmas gift for my teenage niece. When she opened it, there was a collective Ahhh! The bag is so bright and beautiful, my niece simply adored it! Thank you!
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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