spiral patterns

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.

An adventurous day needs a stylish accessory that expresses your inner spirit, and Guatemala's Life and Hope Women's Association has the perfect complement for your cheerful soul. Talented artisans work on traditional looms to create this cotton sling bag, accented with a glorious abstract pattern in a peach hue, a comfortable leather strap and a handy zipper closure. In addition to its adjustable length, the design also displays a chic half-moon shape, allowing for generous space equipped with a back zippered compartment.

Lida Evaristo of Peru proudly presents this fascinating sling. Featuring a solid color in coffee, the sling is diligently handcrafted of soft suede leather. Cutout designs are used to form a spiraling star shape at the center, accentuated by metal studs in the center and laced suede cords at the corners. Draped over the shoulder on an adjustable strap, the bag opens with a zipper to a lined interior in cinnamon with a single inner zipper pocket for storing small items.

The cool blues of this beautiful 100% alpaca shoulder bag evoke the Andean skies. The bag is crafted entirely by hand by the artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco. They raise the alpacas and llamas to obtain the fleece; shear, dye and spin the wool; and weave the textile on a traditional waist loom. The unlined bag closes with a zipper and jaunty tassels on the bottom.

Peruvian artisan Lida Evaristo crafts this stylish soft suede bag with a spiraling cutout design accentuated by metal studs on the front and contrasting laced leather cords at the corners. Drape over the shoulder or wear across the body, the vintage inspired bag features a zipper closure, lined interior with a single zipper pocket for storing small items and an adjustable strap.