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Central American Recycled Wrapper Shoulder Bag, "Eco-Fun"
This colorful shoulder bag comes from Maria Isabel Ramos in Guatemala. The eco-savvy designer knows the metalized wrappers used for sweets and chips are not biodegradable; therefore, in an effort to preserve the environment, she transforms them into a trendy accessory. "My favorite color is silver, but I also like bright colors," says Ramos of this shoulder bag. Entirely crafted by hand, the bag is lined with cotton and features an inner pocket.
- 0.24 kgs
- 0.5 lbs
- Bag: 17.78 cm H x 26.67 cm W x 2.54 cm D
- Bag: 7" H x 10.5" W x 1" D
- Strap(s): 72.39 cm L x 5.08 cm W
- Strap(s): 28.5" L x 2" W
- Recycled metalized wrapper with cotton lining
- Features a zipper closure
- Made in Guatemala.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Central America
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Beverly
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06/20/2021
"So Unique"
I bought this as a gift and she loved it. It s very different and very well made. Beautiful
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- This was a gift for: Daughter-in-law
- Occasion: birthday
Susan
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05/03/2019
"Win, win, win!"
This purse is so well-suited to my persona in many ways. As a person whose work entails overseeing reducing, reusing and recycling for my workplace, seeing this creative use of wrappers warms my heart. As a creative person, Im inspired by the actual how-to in putting the wrappers together. And as a woman who has championed womens financial independence through micro-credit systems, its heartening to know that my purchase will make another life a wee bit better. Even though this was not a gift, it was a gift to me and I loved the packaging - recycled paper and the small figurine in woven in those traditional glorious fibers.
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- Sharing the backstory of re-use and women's opportunities
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C
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09/26/2018
"A Real Attenton-Getter"
This little clutch is so convenient to carry. It glitters and draws a lot of attention . I am so glad I bought it.
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Microcredit Financing
Maria Isabel Ramos has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $100. Proceeds were used to purchase zippers, fabric and thread for production.
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Maria Isabel Ramos Natural and recycled hand-woven accessories
Write a review"People see me picking up wrappers in the street and they ask what I want that 'garbage' for. I tell them it isn't garbage, it's my prime material and let them see my bag."
"I was born in a village in Chiquimula, Guatemala. My mother was a homemaker, my father a bricklayer, and I'm the eldest daughter. I am forever... read more
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