Handbags and Totes

Eco friendly yet super cute, this reusable medium tote bag made with natural fibers is easy to use and sustainably efficient! It's a perfect carry-on for farmer's markets or any light shopping.

Details:

• Made with natural jute and screen printed
• Velcro closure
• Approx. 11.75" H X 11.75" W X 7.5" L

Woven from milulu grass, a reed-like swamp grass, Iringa baskets are an indispensable utility item in East Africa and around the world. To extend the functionality of these durable baskets, artisans in Tanzania add soft leather handles and upper trim. The result is a stylish tote that you can count on using for years to come.

Details:

• Made from milulu grass with leather handles
• Approx. 16"L x 10"W x 11"T (20"T to top of handles)
• Handwoven in Tanzania, Africa

*because this is a handwoven item, variation in color and pattern may occur

Our chic open-top Empress bag highlights the pristine beauty of natural sisal fibers through the contrast of dyed black accents and black leather handles. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Rural Kamba women excel at weaving the tough fiber into stylish accessories prized around the world.

Details:

• Made from dyed sisal and leather*
• Approx. 22"L x 15"W x 15"H (22"H to top of handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a natural handcrafted item, slight variation in color and pattern may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave our chic Wavinya Tote in blue and khaki from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles finish this simple yet stylish open-top purse.

Details:

• Made from dyed sisal and leather*
• Approx. 16"L x 10"W x 10"H
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted item, slight variation may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave our chic Isla Tote in blue and khaki from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles finish this simple yet stylish open-top purse.

Details:

• Made from dyed sisal and leather*
• Approx. 16"L x 11"W x 10"H
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted product, slight variation may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave our chic Nyiva Tote from tough sisal fibers dyed in a beautiful navy and white. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles finish this simple yet stylish open-top purse.

Details:

• Made from sisal* with leather handles
• Approx. 16"L x 10"W x 10"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handwoven item, variation in color may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave this from tough sisal fibers dyed in a beautiful deep blue and light khaki. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles finish this simple yet stylish open-top purse.

Details:

• Made from sisal* with leather handles
• Approx. 16"L x 10"W x 12"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handwoven product, slight variation in color may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave these chic handbags from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles and a loop and toggle closure finish this simple yet stylish purse.

Details:

• Made from sisal* and leather
• Approx. 12"L x 8"W x 9"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handmade natural product, slight variation may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave these chic handbags from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles and a loop and toggle closure finish this simple yet stylish purse.

Details:

• Made from sisal* and leather
• Approx. 12"L x 8"W x 9"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a natural product, slight variation may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave these chic handbags from tough sisal fibers dyed in a lush green. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles and a loop and toggle closure finish this simple yet stylish purse.

Details:

• Made from dyed sisal and leather*
• Approx. 12"L x 7"W x 10"H (top of bag) 18"H (top of handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handmade item, color may vary

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave these vibrant handbags from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles finish this simple yet stylish purse. This cute bag is perfect for summer beach trips!

Details:

• Made from sisal*
• Approx. 12"L x 8"W x 9"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted product, slight variation in color may occur

Rural Kamba women in Kenya hand weave these beautiful handbags from tough sisal fibers and soft wool. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Leather handles finish this simple yet stylish open top purse.

Details:

• Made from sisal and wool* with leather handles
• Approx. 10"L x 8"W x 8"H (top of bag) 18"H (including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted product, slight variation in color may occur

Talented basket weavers in Ghana's northern region weave this iconic handbag from thick, tough elephant grass, also known as veta vera grass. Soft leather is added to the handle and top for comfort.

Details:

• Made from elephant grass with leather handles*
• Approx. 12"L x 3"W x 18"H (including handles)
• Handcrafted in Ghana, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted item, each bag may vary slightly

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautiful all natural shopper from thick, tough elephant grass, with stripes woven in a deep navy blue. Woven loop handles complete the look. Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.

Details:

• Made from elephant grass*
• Approx. 19"L x 7"W x 16"T
• Handwoven in Ghana, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana handcraft this serene handbag from durable elephant grass. Pale leather handles and a tassel closure create a harmonious balance of tones.

Details:

• Made from natural elephant grass and leather
• Approx. 15"L x 5"W x 22"T
• Handcrafted in Ghana, Africa

*because each bag is handmade and naturally woven, there may be slight variations in color

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite shopper from thick, tough elephant grass. Bolga baskets stand up to regular use and remain functional and beautiful for years.

Details:

• Made from elephant grass*
• Approx. 12"L x 7"W x 13"T
  
• Handwoven in Ghana, Africa

*because this is a naturally woven, handcrafted item, color variation will occur

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite shopper from thick, tough elephant grass dyed in an array of colors. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.

Details:

• Made in Ghana, Africa
• Made from dyed elephant grass*
• Approx. 12"L x 7"W x 13"T

Kenyan weavers put their talent to work to bring you this gorgeous handbag woven from sisal in assorted patterns of earthy browns, blacks and cream tones, finished with a zippered leather top and strap. Woven from long strips of fiber extracted from the tough sisal plant, each bag is generously sized and features an adjustable strap to make this purse adaptable to many body types.

Details:

• Made in Kenya, Africa
• Made from natural sisal and leather
• Approx. 12"T x 10"L with 42" long adjustable strap

Rural Kamba women living near Kitui, Kenya, hand weave these classic totes from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Simple woven sisal handles make this a 100% sustainable accessory.

Details:

• Made from sisal*
• Approx. 16"L x 16.5"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted product, slight variation in color may occur

Rural Kamba women living near Kitui, Kenya, hand weave these classic totes from tough sisal fibers, dyed a soft beige. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Simple woven sisal handles make this a 100% sustainable accessory.

Details:

• Made from sisal*
• Approx. 16"L x 16"H (not including handles)
• Handwoven in Kenya, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted product, slight variation in color may occur

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite tote from thick, tough elephant grass. Longer leather handles make it easier to carry this tote at the elbow. Bolga baskets can be easily wet down and reshaped, and can be used and enjoyed for years on end.

Details:

• Made from elephant grass and leather*
• Approx. 15"L x 4"W x 13"H
• Handwoven in Ghana, Africa

*because this is a handcrafted item, slight variation may occur