spring purses

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.

By Jiap Rojjana, this colorful shoulder bag is crafted of black cotton. She adds a rich patchwork of vibrant textiles from Thailand's Hmong hill tribe. Fully lined, the tote features two inner pockets. Rain tree wood beads and a coconut shell elephant adorn the zipper.

Because each purse is an individual work of art, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

By Jiap Rojjana, this colorful shoulder bag is crafted of black cotton. She adds a rich patchwork of vibrant textiles from Thailand's Hmong hill tribe. Fully lined, the tote features two inner pockets. Rain tree wood beads and a coconut shell elephant adorn the zipper.

Because each purse is an individual work of art, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

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.

By Jiap Rojjana, this lovely shoulder bag is crafted of cotton. Traditional Thai motifs adorn the emerald green cotton and a border print embraces the purse. Lined with cotton, the shoulder bag features an inner pocket that zips closed. The tote fastens with a coconut shell button, and the straps can be tied to the desired length.