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Cotton handbag, 'Lucky Elephant' - Handcrafted Cotton Shoulder Bag

A symbol of old Siam elephants are a favorite in Thailand. This cheerful pachyderm is intended to bring good luck. Painted by hand it adorns a generous front pocket on a cotton sling tote. By Jiap Rojjana the bag is fully lined and an inner pocket with... more

Sweet Indigo,'Blue and White Cotton Hobo Handbag'

Thailand's Jamriang presents this versatile go-anywhere shoulder bag in an alabaster and indigo geometric pattern. Crafted from 100% cotton, the relaxed but roomy bag features a small interior pocket and alabaster cotton lining, and closes with a round... more

Sonic Green,'Tote Handbag with Green Zigzag Motifs from India'

Entrancing zigzag wave motifs in a variety of vibrant greens and purples cover the body of this tote handbag, designed by India's Om Prakash and accented with rayon embroidery and silver-tone sequins. Featuring two shoulder straps, this handbag opens... more

Cotton sling bag, 'Crimson Lotus' - Cotton Sling Handbag from Thailand

Woven in yok dok style crimson lotus flowers bloom at midnight. The handloomed panel forms a pocket that centers a generous sling tote handbag. From Keawpankanlaya the black cotton purse has an inner pocket and fringe on each side. It closes with a... more

Amorkor,'Leather and Cotton Leaf Print Handbag Handmade in Ghana'

Artisan Paatey Caleb of Ghana combines leather and cotton prints to design this unique handbag. Named after the artist's daughter, floral earthtone prints give this bag a classic, feminine look. The bag features a leaf patterned front with a leather... more

Elephant Fantasies in Magenta,'Tote Handbag with Floral and Elephant Motifs from India'

Vibrant green elephants march across this tote handbag, embroidered in multicolored rayon threads alongside floral motifs and silver-tone sequins against a magenta body. Indian artisan Om Prakash crafts this handbag, working with local artisans.... more

Citron Combination,'Handwoven Striped Cotton Sling Handbag from El Salvador'

Stripes of cyan, citron, and white decorate this sling handbag from El Salvador. Women Leaders of La Colorada hand-weave the sling of cotton on the foot pedal loom, elaborating the bag with an adjustable strap and an open pocket on the front for... more

Carnation Crescents,'Embroidered Cotton Handbag in Carnation and Ivory (11.5 in.)'

Capturing the beauty of Indonesian handicrafts, this handbag is designed by Balinese artisan Anita Jo. The black cotton bag features exquisite hand embroidery in carnation and ivory that creates swirl and crescent patterns in the traditional style of... more

Elephant Flower in Fuchsia,'Multicolored Embroidered Tote Handbag from India'

With a rounded bottom, this tote handbag from India features amazing embroidery work to depict elephant and floral motifs in a variety of vibrant colors against a magenta body. Expressing the culture of his home, Om Prakash presents his own designs in... more

Cloven Cherry,'Batik Cotton Clutch Handbag in Cherry from India'

Crafted of cotton, this Indian clutch handbag is designed by Kailash and Anurag. Working together, they apply the beautiful patterns using the batik method, where a wax resist is applied by hand to the white fabric before it is submerged in a vat of... more

Swirling Beauty,'Rayon Embroidered Floral Tote Handbag from India'

Floral motifs alongside spiral shapes adorn the surface of this tote handbag from India, embroidered with multicolored rayon thread, accented with silver-tone sequins. Om Prakesh presents this tote, hanging from the shoulder with two straps. The tote... more

Royal Love in Navy and Magenta,'Navy and Magenta 100% Silk Clutch Handbag from India'

In the scene depicted on this charming clutch handbag, a young Indian prince falls in love with a princess as she pours him water. Artisan Parul Bajoria designs the lovely bag, which is made from 100% silk fabric woven on a jacquard loom. Shades of... more

Geometric Classic,'Woven Cotton Blend Hobo Handbag'

Black and white geometric designs on this effortlessly stylish hobo handbag make it a timeless classic. Crafted from a blend of cotton and nylon in the Thai artisan's studio, the bag features three compartments inside: A zippered middle compartment and... more

Pink Kaleidoscope,'Tote Handbag with Kaleidoscope Motifs from India'

A beautiful world of pink kaleidoscopic colors covers the surface of this tote handbag, printed by Indian artisan Om Prakash. Working with local artisans, he accentuates the handbag with circular rayon embroidery and silver-tone sequins, hanging woolen... more

Striped Party,'Colorful Striped Cotton Tote Handbag from El Salvador'

Handwoven of cotton on the traditional telar de pie, or floor loom, this artisanal tote from El Salvador is presented by Women Leaders of La Colorada, dedicated to providing better employment opportunities to its members. This tote features colorful... more

Cotton tote handbag and change purse, 'Mint Garden'

From Keawpankanlaya this elegant tote handbag features three outer pockets. Flowers bloom on a sky blue background their exquisite petals woven by hand with the yok dok technique. Inside the black cotton purse has an inner pocket. A detachable zipper... more

Triangle Happiness,'Batik Cotton Sling Handbag in Gold and Alabaster from Ghana'

Crafted from cotton, this adjustable sling handbag from Ghana is a wonder to behold. Rahina Iddrisu designs it, taking pleasure in the batik process, where a wax resist is applied to the fabric before submerging it in vats of dye to achieve the gold,... more

Red Puzzle,'Red Cotton Handbag with Batik Motifs and Zipper Closure'

Batik details ornament a patchwork pattern in an intense palette of red tones. Wahyu Sulistiani's handbag is crafted in Java from cotton, adding a sturdy handle and a zippered closure. The accessory is also lined and has an interior pocket for small... more

Carnation Crescents,'Embroidered Cotton Handle Handbag in Carnation and Ivory'

Capturing the beauty of Indonesian handicrafts, this handle handbag is designed by Balinese artisan Anita Jo. The black cotton handbag features exquisite hand embroidery in carnation and ivory that creates swirl and crescent patterns in the traditional... more

Alpaca handbag, 'Strawberry Lime' - Unique Pink Alpaca Wool Totebag

Trendy and practical this woven handbag makes for a versatile accessory. The Yurivilca Family designs the bag in bold shades of stawberry and lime featuring classic linear patterns. The bag's exterior is woven from a rich alpaca wool blend while the... more

Kente Joy,'100% Cotton Multicolor Printed Clutch Handbag from Ghana'

Ghanaian kente motifs in saffron, light red, lime, and cool white are featured on the surface of this handbag, crafted from 100% cotton. The designs are by artisan Hannah Dodoo, who trains other women in her community in order to help them rise above... more

Hummingbird Garden,'Embroidered Hummingbird Black Leather Handle Handbag'

By Fabiola Gonzalez, this contemporary handbag takes shape in supple black leather. Her asymmetrical design permits it to be carried by the handles or over the shoulder. Leather lacings outline a panel of hand-embroidered cotton depicting a hummingbird... more

Natural Style,'Handmade Natural Fiber Tote Handbag from Bali'

Nurul Madjid in Bali works with natural fibers to create this summery woven tote, which features a white cotton lining with a drawstring closure. The tote is ideal for the beach, a picnic, or a visit to the local farmer's market. more

Banda Bay,'Embroidered Cotton Handle Handbag in Saffron and Teal'

Named after the beautiful Banda region of Indonesia, this handle handbag is designed by Balinese artisan Anita Jo. The black cotton handbag features beautiful saffron and teal hand embroidery that creates triangular, swirl, and zigzag patterns in the... more

Classic Contrast,'Handwoven Brown Rattan Handbag with Black Leather'

Natural brown rattan meets sleek black leather in a classic contrast of color and texture. Woven by hand, this handbag by Putu Suryawan goes everywhere, from beachside promenade to restaurants and summer shopping. Lined with a Balinese batik-style... more

Kente Woman,'Kente Print Cotton Handle Handbag from Ghana'

Printed with colorful stripes and geometric diamonds characteristic of traditional kente patterns, this handle handbag is designed by Agnes Amoani in Ghana. She crafts this bag from cotton, accented with a stark black half-circle. A zipper pocket on... more

Casual Ikat in Blue,'Handmade Blue Leather and Cotton Wristlet Handbag from Java'

This stylish wristlet bag is hand crafted by Shintamie Suryaputri from Java. The artisan uses a combination of Prussian blue leather and a local handwoven cotton fabric called ikat to create the eye-catching design. Ikat is a traditional Indonesian... more

Midnight Grove,'Handcrafted Balinese Ate Grass Lombok Handle Handbag'

This stunning Balinese handle handbag is crafted from ate grass fibers, with unique circular handles. Artisan Dayu Indramurti is inspired by traditional Lombok handicrafts in her design, which features a black exterior and a rich blue cotton interior... more

Sweet Thai,'Blue and White Cotton Hobo Handbag'

Thailand's Jamriang presents this versatile go-anywhere shoulder bag in an eggshell and indigo geometric pattern. Crafted from 100% cotton, the relaxed but roomy bag features a small interior pocket and alabaster cotton lining, and closes with a round... more

'Multi-Colored Cotton Patchwork Handbag with Leather Accents'

Christopher Amwelima combines the vibrancy of patchwork print with the classic look of leather in this intriguing handbag. Multiple cotton cloth patches bring cheerful color, while the handle is crafted from natural leather. The roomy bag opens to... more

Cotton kente tote handbag, 'Pink Is Sweet'

Alex Boakye transforms the legendary allure of kente textiles into an original handbag. Historically kente was reserved for special occasions festive and or sacred. Now kente artistry stands as a symbol of prestige cheerfulness and glamour. Woven with... more

Anyer Rain,'Blue Shibori Tie-Dyed Cotton Clutch Handbag'

Web-like patterns in Wedgwood blue on white are created using the Shibori tie-dyeing technique. Artisan Ratna Probadi designs the unique clutch, adding a faux leather flap in saddle brown. The clutch is fully lined in plaid cotton and closes with a... more

Hmong Blues,'Hmong Batik Cotton Shoulder or Handbag'

Designed by Pimpun in Thailand, this versatile bag showcases Hmong cotton batik fabric. The fully-lined bag features multiple inner compartments and pockets to keep you organized. Blue faux leather handles and a removable, adjustable shoulder strap... more

Pitch Black,'Black Round Woven Bamboo Shoulder Bag or Handbag'

This stylish small shoulder bag is the work of Ahmad in Bali. The compact purse is crafted of woven bamboo and vinyl cords, and features attractive faux leather trim and straps. Because the artisan uses fabric remnants, the cotton lining color and... more

Lovely Blossom,'Embroidered Floral Cotton Sling Handbag from India'

Designed by Asha Prabha, this cotton blend sling makes a lovely companion wherever it goes. It features a solid color in black, diligently decorated with rayon applique embroidery and beadwork to create colorful floral designs. A beautiful tassel... more

Angelina,'Bold Black Print Cotton Clutch Handbag from Ghana'

This eye-catching clutch handbag is the original creation of Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator in Ghana. The clutch is crafted of cotton in a boldly-colored print; the interior is lined in black polyester. The artisan adds a hand strap beneath the flap that... more

Blue Mood,'Blue and White Striped Cotton Hobo Handbag'

Thailand's Jamriang presents this versatile go-anywhere shoulder bag in an off-white and blue stripe. Crafted from 100% cotton, the relaxed but roomy bag features a small interior pocket and alabaster cotton lining, and closes with a round button. more

Midnight Bouquet,'Black Floral Embroidered Cotton Handle Handbag from India'

Embroidered with intricate floral motifs in black, this white cotton handbag is presented by India's Ranjeet Singh Saini. This striking bag has two handles, and features gussets with snaps at the sides that expand its size. Opening with a magnetic... more