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Trendy and generous, this shoulder tote by Neide Ambrosio closes with a big buckle. The Brazilian designer crochets the handbag by hand, recycling silvery soda pop-tops with black trim. A statement for ecology, the bag is fully lined.

From her humble origins selling soda pop-top apparel on Rio de Janeiro's beaches, Brazilian artisan Neide Ambrosio finds new ways to advance the recycled fashion genre with her unique handbags and accessories, captivating an eco-aware audience worldwide. Working with enormous quantities of black aluminum tabs, Niede crochets this bucket bag in a mesmerizing pattern, integrating an adjustable strap into the tall body. The polyester-lined interior of the bag opens with a zipper to reveal an additional zippable pocket.

Colorful stripes adorn this unique shoulder bag from Brazilian artisan Neide Ambrosio. The artisan crochets together recycled soda pop-tops to create the modern design. Lined with orange satin, the interior of the bag features one zip pocket.