shoulder purses

Peruvian artisan Maria Ramos Sanchez handcrafts this mobile phone case with an arpillera style front, in which cotton blend felt is appliquéd and embroidered to create an elaborate scene. The artisan was inspired by the beautiful Tambopata National Reserve of Peru, and fills this jungle scene with scarlet macaws perched in flowering trees, a tiger stalking through the foliage on the jungle floor, and a sloth peeking out from amongst the branches. This lovely, brightly colored scene is on a yellow background, and the back and lining of the bag are black. The single compartment is secured with a zipper and a long, colorful strap makes it easy to carry the case over the shoulder or across the body.

Thailand's Russamee Thepphanakit evokes the fun and excitement of an elephant parade in this mustard yellow cotton handbag. The handbag has one internal open pocket and one zippered pocket with a dark brown strap, and features a solid black lining.

Keep your passport and other essentials secure in this beautifully-crafted passport bag. UMBVS Desert Weavers of India design this bag using warm deep red, light olive and pale yellow 100% cotton threads that are woven on a handloom. The kaleidoscopic pattern adorns the front of the bag, which also includes a zippered pocket. A long cotton strap allows the bag to be worn on the shoulder or across the body. The bag's main compartment is open at the top for easy access.

Bands of daffodil and cornsilk yellow encircles this black tote from Guatemala. Claudia Hernandez weaves it by hand with a pleasing texture. The purse has two straps, and the button closure opens to a single-compartment.

The spirit of the Guatemalan spring season resides in this gorgeous creation by the Aj Quen association. This team of talented artisans draws inspiration from the diverse scenes that characterize these flourishing days, motivating them to add an embroidered floral pattern to this cotton sling in blue, green and ivory hues. Finished with zippered compartments and a comfortable braided strap, the bag features a chic jonquil upper stripe reminiscent of the sunny days in the region.