work handbag

Black and white geometric motifs evoke the renowned stone mosaic work in Mitla, a archaeological site in Oaxaca. They adorn a trendy cross-body handbag in crimson. By Marco Bautista, it is crafted of wool, woven by hand on a traditional Zapotec handloom. The purse is lined in black and opens to reveal a roomy inner pocket, and the black leather strap is adjustable in length.

Handwoven of wool by Marco Bautista, this shoulder bag promises to add elegance to your daily life. The artisan works in the style of Zapotec handicrafts, accentuating the blue bag with multicolored geometric designs. It drapes over the shoulder on two black leather straps, and opens with a zipper to reveal a lined interior with an inner open pocket.

For Mexican artisan Marco Bautista, the act of weaving textiles is a process that brings him closer to nature, reminding him of the relationship he shares with the animals and landscapes of his country. He creates this sling handbag, handwoven from 100% wool to hang from an adjustable leather strap. He decorates the piece with geometric motifs in antique white and black against a body of Caribbean blue, as he works on a traditional Zapotec loom. The bag opens with a zipper to reveal a black lining with an open interior pocket.

Handwoven of wool by Marco Bautista, this wristlet makes for the perfect companion on a night out. The artisan works in the style of Zapotec art, accentuating the poppy-colored bag with stripes and a cross design. It can be held with a removable leather strap, and opens with a zipper to reveal a lined interior.

Combining soft black suede with tooled leather, Kathiana Quispe crafts a handsome backpack with Peruvian style. An inset of handloomed wool in the style of Cusco adorns the flap and an inner pocket closes with a zipper. Growing up, the Peruvian artisan had the privilege of watching her father work leather. Today she creates designs of her own with a focus on fashion.