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Hand-Woven Patterned Cotton Tote Bag in Blue and Ivory, "Oceanic"

Product ID: 427612

The color of the ocean inspires this versatile hand-loomed tote bag in indigo, baby blue and ivory. With straps made up of loose cords that come... more

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The color of the ocean inspires this versatile hand-loomed tote bag in indigo, baby blue and ivory. With straps made up of loose cords that come together to form a solid handle on top as the main focal point, the patterned bag has no lining or pockets and is hand-woven from 100% cotton by members of the Women United for Artisan Development group in Guatemala.

  • 0.23 kgs
  • 0.5 lbs
  • Bag: 42 cm H x 44 cm W x 2 cm D
  • Bag: 16.5" H x 17.25" W x 0.8" D
  • Drop length: 33 cm from strap to bag
  • Drop length: 13" from strap to bag
  • Strap(s): 74 cm L x 2.5 cm W
  • Strap(s): 29" L x 1" W

  • 100% cotton
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Machine wash separately in cold water
  • Not lined
  • No closure
  • Made in Guatemala
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
  • Product ID: 427612
Women United for Artisan Development
Women United for Artisan Development

Central America

Handwoven accessories, handbags and home decor

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Shelley

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Apr 02, 2023

Beautiful weaving!”

This cushion cover is a wonderful red, covered in beautifully woven figures.

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Lori

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Mar 08, 2023

Beautifully made”

I love the design on front, and the back zipper is hidden— well designed and carefully made. It seems like it will last a long time too.

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Joyce

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Apr 18, 2022

Love Guatemala! The colrs are so vibrant”

I use to live in Guatemala and use to enjoy going to all the craft shows. I have a house full of treasures from Guatemala. Use to go to the old capital by bus with al the chickens. Scary bus ride from Tuguesagalpa. I love the work that all of your womans group does! Thank you!

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Job Creator

Job Creator

The group is a network of many women artisans throughout several communities. They work together to produce large numbers of beautiful handwoven decor accents and fashion accessories, and all support each other in times of need. Overall, there are about 400 women artisans in their network.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

With the traditional backstrap weaving techniques taught by their mothers, who learned it from their own mothers, the women incorporate a wide variety of beautiful designs with traditional patterns and techniques.

Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

Several women in the group or their family members suffer from diabetes and other diseases. Some conditions are so severe that they stay and work from home to rest or to take care of ill family members.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Our motivation is strong — our families and our children. We want to be able to send them through school so they can become who they want to be in life, so they can fulfill their dreams.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

The Women United for Artisan Development group is made up of women of all ages, many of whom have children or grandchildren they support.

Empowering Women

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

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