small purse

Peruvian artisan Maria Ramos Sanchez handcrafts this mini shoulder bag with an arpilleria style front, in which cotton blend felt is appliquéd and embroidered to create an elaborate scene. The artisan creates an Andean scene with a loving couple surrounded by flowers enjoying a mountain view under a sunny sky. This lovely, brightly-colored scene is on a saffron-colored 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 bag over the shoulder or across the body.

Made from leather in a tender beige hue, this artisanal backpack is detailed with intricate leafy patterns. Mexican artisans Paulina and Maria Jose team up to craft this gorgeous bag, which drapes over the shoulders on two adjustable straps and can be held via a handle. A zipper pocket on the back offers space for storing small items. The design opens to an unlined interior with a zipper pocket on one side and an open pocket on the other, ideal for organizing your essentials.

Using traditional leather working techniques, Indian artisans create this wallet, which features verdant floral vines of olive against a pine green background. Vikram Uberoi designs this wallet. Inside, it features six card slots, as well as an acrylic ID window and two pockets for paper bills. A zipper pocket is perfect for storing coins and other small items.

Peruvian artisan Maria Ramos Sanchez handcrafts this pencil case with an arpillera style front, in which cotton blend felt is appliquéd and embroidered to create an elaborate scene. The artisan creates an Andean scene with a valley of blooming flowers and trees and a small village at the foot of the mountains under a sunny blue sky. The back and lining of the pencil case are black and the single compartment is secured with a zipper.

Peruvian artisan Maria Ramos Sanchez handcrafts this pencil case with an arpillera style front, in which cotton blend felt is appliquéd and embroidered to create an elaborate scene. The artisan creates an Andean scene under a sunny blue sky with a woman next to a burro near a small village at the foot of the mountains nestled amongst blooming flowers and trees. The back and lining of the pencil case are black and the single compartment is secured with a zipper.