handmade product

Balinese artisan Dayu Menuhari presents a gorgeous batik scarf diligently crafted by hand. "We don't do any printing or even stamping," she says, "but it's all hand painted and while that makes our production take longer, our products are purely hand-made." Butterflies flit across the rayon scarf's awe-inspiring design in porcelain and geranium hues, which includes a traditional parang pattern at both ends of the accessory. A parang is type of knife, and the use of a parang motif was once reserved solely for Javanese royalty. Fringe on both ends completes the vibrantly-colored wrap scarf.

This delightful cotton blend sling bag showcases a traditional Thai woven pattern enhanced by the endearing presence of an elephant, a symbol of wisdom and loyalty, set against a vibrant red backdrop adorned with whimsical florals. Lined with care and embellished with petite pom-poms for an added dash of color, Kunlaya Pangsiri’s bag comes complete with a black cotton strap and a secure zippered closure, ensuring both style and safety.

This eye-catching cotton blend sling bag effortlessly combines tradition and sophistication. Adorned with a classic Thai woven pattern, it features the iconic elephant symbolizing wisdom and loyalty, set against a striking red backdrop and framed by intricate floral motifs. With meticulous lining and playful pom-pom embellishments, Kunlaya Pangsiri's creation not only exudes style but also offers the security you need, thanks to its dependable black cotton strap and secure zippered closure.

Bright and practical, this cotton cosmetic bag keeps essentials neatly tucked away in a burst of cherry-toned florals. Woven on a traditional loom, its vibrant design is matched with thoughtful details—a secure zipper closure, a fully lined interior with a zippered pocket and a brass hoop attached to a tan leather accent for easy carrying. A handcrafted touch from Guatemalan artisan Laura Leticia Burrion makes it as special as it is functional.

Made entirely by hand, this beautiful contemporary bag showcases the ancestral weaving traditions preserved by the women artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco. The compact purse exemplifies the incredible time and dedication it takes to produce a handmade work of art. In the highlands they call home, before they can begin to weave the fabric for the bag, the women must first raise and shear the alpacas and llamas to obtain the wool, then dye and spin the fleece before it is ready to be woven into fabric on a traditional backstrap loom. From start to finish, the time taken to produce each bag spans the seasons. The fully-lined bag closes with a zipper and features an interior zipper pocket.